Ep 142 OER 3.15 Antifungals - Nursing Pharmacology

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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) Disrupt cell membrane synthesis

c) Block DNA replication

d) Enhance cell wall production Which condition is commonly treated with antifungals?

a) Hypertension

b) Ringworm

c) Diabetes

d) Asthma Which antifungal class is associated with nephrotoxicity?

a) Imidazoles