Ep 145 OER 3.18 Anthelmintic - Nursing Pharmacology

Free book is here at Summary 3.18 Antihelmintics Chapter 3.18 covers antihelmintics, medications used to treat parasitic worm infections such as roundworms and flatworms. These drugs work by preventing glucose uptake or blocking neuronal transmission, leading to parasite paralysis and death. Prolonged use may cause liver damage and bone marrow suppression. Patient education should include proper hygiene practices to prevent reinfection. Multiple Choice Questions What is the primary use of anthelmintic medications? a) Treat bacterial infections b) Treat worm infections c) Treat fungal infections d) Treat viral infections How do many anthelmintics work? a) Enhance protein synthesis b) Prevent glucose uptake c) Promote cell division d) Inhibit RNA synthesis Which side effect is associated with prolonged anthelmintic therapy? a) Hair growth b) Bone marrow suppression c) Increased appetite d) Weight gain Which practice helps prevent reinfection with worms? a) Eating more fiber b) Rigorous handwashing c) Drinking milk d) Using antacids What type of organism do anthelmintics target? a) Bacteria b) Viruses c) Helminths d) Fungi Answer Key b) Treat worm infections b) Prevent glucose uptake b) Bone marrow suppression b) Rigorous handwashing c) Helminths

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Ep 145 OER 3.18 Anthelmintic - Nursing Pharmacology is an episode from Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System by Tony Guerra.

This episode is 03:38 long.

This episode was published on Oct 5, 2024.

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