N315: Exam 3 - Antitubercular NCLEX

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N315: Exam 3 - Antitubercular NCLEX

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What is the primary purpose of administering isoniazid in tuberculosis treatment?To reduce cough and fever ✔✔To inhibit the synthesis of mycolic acid in the bacterial cell wall To promote bacterial growth for better diagnosis To suppress the immune response

Which vitamin is often prescribed alongside isoniazid to prevent peripheral neuropathy?Vitamin B12 ✔✔Vitamin B6 Vitamin C Vitamin D

What is the major adverse effect associated with rifampin?Hearing loss ✔✔Orange discoloration of body fluids Kidney failure 1 / 3

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Hypertension

Which antitubercular medication requires baseline and periodic visual acuity testing?Isoniazid Rifampin ✔✔Ethambutol Pyrazinamide

Why is it important to take antitubercular medications for the full prescribed duration?To minimize side effects To prevent drug-induced liver injury ✔✔To reduce the risk of drug resistance To eliminate symptoms more quickly

What is a common side effect of pyrazinamide?✔✔Joint pain or gout Severe headaches Blurred vision 2 / 3

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Increased appetite

Which lab value should be monitored closely in a patient taking isoniazid?✔✔Liver enzymes (ALT and AST) Blood glucose White blood cell count Potassium levels

What is the primary action of ethambutol in tuberculosis treatment?✔✔It inhibits the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall It prevents the bacteria from replicating It enhances the activity of other drugs It suppresses inflammation in the lungs

What is the priority teaching point for a patient starting rifampin therapy?✔✔Expect orange discoloration of urine and tears Take the medication with meals Discontinue if mild side effects occur

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