Ep 148 Online College Pharmacology Course Summer 2025 PHR 185 (Each Fall Spring Summer)
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or just curious about how medications work, our online community college pharmacology course has you covered. This 10-week, completely asynchronous course is designed to fit your schedule — no live sessions required. Learn at your own pace with flexible access to comprehensive content with weekly deadlines for course submission from May 20th to July 31st, 2025. In this practical course, you'll gain clear insights into: Pharmaceutical nomenclature and classification How drugs interact with the body — and each other Key indications,...
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Ep 147 OER 3.20 Miscellaneous Antibacterials Glycopeptides - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary 3.20 Vancomycin The chapter covers vancomycin, a glycopeptide antibiotic used for treating serious infections like MRSA. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Vancomycin is typically administered via IV for systemic infections and orally for C-diff. Key concerns include nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, and "red man syndrome," which occurs with rapid infusion. Monitoring of renal function and trough levels is crucial. Multiple Choice Questions What is vancomycin primarily used to treat? a) Viral infections b) MRSA c) Fungal infections d)...
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Ep 146 OER 3.19 Antituberculers - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary Chapter 3.19 Antitubercular Chapter 3.19 discusses antitubercular medications used to treat tuberculosis (TB), which primarily affects the lungs. These drugs work by inhibiting mycobacterial growth or disrupting RNA synthesis, requiring long-term treatment (6 months to 2 years). Key considerations include monitoring liver function, avoiding alcohol, and ensuring patient adherence to therapy. Common medications include isoniazid and rifampin. Multiple Choice Questions How do antitubercular medications primarily work? a) Inhibiting protein synthesis b)...
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Ep 145 OER 3.18 Anthelmintic - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
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...
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Ep 144 OER 3.17 Antiprotozoals - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary 3.17 Antiprotozoals Chapter 3.17 discusses antiprotozoals, medications used to treat protozoan infections such as Giardia. An example is metronidazole, which disrupts protozoal folic acid synthesis. It can be administered orally, topically, or intravenously. Side effects may include seizures, peripheral neuropathies, and dizziness. Patients should avoid alcohol during treatment and be aware that the medication can cause darkened urine. Multiple Choice Questions What is a common antiprotozoal medication? a) Penicillin b) Metronidazole c) Acyclovir d)...
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Ep 143 OER 3.16 Antimalarials - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary 3.16 Antimalarials Chapter 3.16 covers antimalarials, drugs used to prevent and treat malaria, such as chloroquine. They act by disrupting the lifecycle of the malaria parasite. Side effects may include GI upset, vision changes, and hearing loss. Monitoring is necessary, especially for renal function, and patients should take the medication with food and adhere to prescribed regimens. Multiple Choice Questions What is the primary use of antimalarials? a) Treating bacterial infections b) Treating malaria c) Treating viral infections d) Treating fungal...
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Ep 142 OER 3.15 Antifungals - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary Chapter 3.15 Antifungals Chapter 3.15 discusses antifungal medications, which are used to treat fungal infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, and yeast infections. The chapter covers classes such as imidazoles, triazoles, allylamines, and polyenes, highlighting their mechanisms (disrupting cell membrane synthesis) and administration routes. It emphasizes monitoring for side effects like hepatotoxicity, nephrotoxicity, and ensuring proper patient education. Multiple Choice Questions What is the primary action of antifungals? a) Inhibit protein synthesis b)...
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Ep 141 OER 3.14 Antivirals - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary 3.14 Antivirals Nursing Pharmacology Chapter 3.14 discusses antivirals, a medication class used to treat viral infections. It covers subclasses like antiherpes (e.g., acyclovir), antiinfluenza (e.g., oseltamivir), anti-hepatitis, and antiretrovirals (e.g., HIV treatment). These drugs inhibit viral replication at different stages, requiring timely administration. Important considerations include monitoring renal function, medication compliance, and potential side effects like fatigue. Multiple Choice Questions Which is a common use for acyclovir? a) Bacterial...
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Ep 140 OER 3.13 Tetracyclines - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary Tetracyclines 3.13 Tetracyclines are broad-spectrum antibiotics that inhibit bacterial protein synthesis. They're effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria but have limitations due to side effects like photosensitivity, teeth discoloration, and risks in pregnancy/children under 8. Patients should avoid direct sunlight, dairy, and use alternative birth control. Multiple Choice Questions Tetracyclines work by: a) Inhibiting DNA synthesis b) Inhibiting protein synthesis c) Blocking cell wall synthesis d) Disrupting RNA transcription A...
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Ep 139 OER 3.12 Aminoglycosides - Nursing Pharmacology
Memorizing Pharmacology Podcast: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Side Effects for Pharmacy and Nursing Pharmacology by Body System
Free book is here at Summary Chapter 3.12 Aminoglycosides Chapter 3.12 covers aminoglycosides, a potent broad-spectrum antibiotic class that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. Commonly used for severe infections like streptococcal endocarditis, they are administered intravenously or intramuscularly. Major concerns include nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, and neurotoxicity, requiring close monitoring of renal function, hearing, and nerve damage. Multiple Choice Questions How do aminoglycosides work? a) Disrupting cell walls b) Inhibiting protein...
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In this episode we return to turning the open educational nursing resource for nursing pharmacology into audio, we'll start with the 1st edition antimicrobials then move on to the new second edition with the next topic.
Summary of OER 3.2 Antimicrobial Basics:
Antimicrobials are drugs designed to kill or inhibit the growth of harmful microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. These medications are vital in the treatment of infections, and they work based on the principle of selective toxicity—targeting the harmful organism without damaging the host's cells.
Antimicrobials are classified into two main types:
- Bactericidal agents – these drugs kill microorganisms.
- Bacteriostatic agents – these inhibit the growth of microorganisms, allowing the immune system to eliminate them.
The effectiveness of antimicrobials relies on proper dosing and duration of therapy. Incorrect use, such as taking doses that are too low or stopping the medication prematurely, can lead to antimicrobial resistance. This resistance occurs when microbes evolve mechanisms to survive the antimicrobial action, making infections harder to treat. Antimicrobial resistance is a significant public health concern, requiring careful prescription and use of these drugs.
Additionally, different classes of antimicrobials have varying mechanisms of action, such as disrupting the cell wall, interfering with protein synthesis, or inhibiting essential metabolic processes within the microorganism.
Multiple Choice Quiz Questions:
- What is the primary function of bactericidal agents?
- A) Inhibit the growth of microorganisms
- B) Strengthen the host's immune system
- C) Kill microorganisms
- D) Prevent microbial resistance
Answer: C) Kill microorganisms
- What is selective toxicity?
- A) The ability of a drug to harm only the pathogen, not the host
- B) A process that increases the growth of bacteria
- C) A condition in which the drug becomes toxic to the host cells
- D) The need for selective use of drugs in specific patient groups
Answer: A) The ability of a drug to harm only the pathogen, not the host
- Which of the following is a key factor in preventing antimicrobial resistance?
- A) Reducing the dosage of antimicrobials
- B) Stopping antibiotics when symptoms improve
- C) Completing the full course of prescribed antibiotics
- D) Avoiding the use of antibiotics altogether
Answer: C) Completing the full course of prescribed antibiotics
- How do bacteriostatic agents work?
- A) By killing bacteria directly
- B) By inhibiting bacterial growth and allowing the immune system to act
- C) By destroying the host’s immune cells
- D) By neutralizing the immune response
Answer: B) By inhibiting bacterial growth and allowing the immune system to act
- Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for antimicrobials?
- A) Disrupting the cell wall of the microorganism
- B) Enhancing the microorganism's metabolic processes
- C) Inhibiting protein synthesis in pathogens
- D) Blocking essential metabolic pathways in microorganisms
Answer: B) Enhancing the microorganism's metabolic processes