Ep 141 OER 3.14 Antivirals - Nursing Pharmacology

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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 infections

b) Genital herpes

c) Fungal infections

d) Hypertension How does oseltamivir work?

a) Prevents protein synthesis

b) Blocks virus release

c) Inhibits cell wall synthesis

d) Enhances DNA replication Which virus is treated with antiretrovirals?

a) Influenza