Flash. Antimicrobial. Cephalosporins

Which generation of cephalosporins is most effective against gram-negative bacteria and less effective against gram-positive bacteria?

Which common side effect is shared between penicillins and cephalosporins?

For a patient with a known penicillin allergy, what precaution should the nurse consider when administering cephalosporins?

How should most oral preparations of cephalosporins be administered in relation to meals?

When administering cephalosporins intramuscularly, what technique should the nurse use?

What is a primary nursing consideration when administering cephalosporins, especially in elderly patients?

What side effect related to the hematologic system should the nurse monitor for in patients receiving cephalosporins?

If a patient reports a history of alcohol consumption and is prescribed certain cephalosporins, what potential reaction should the nurse educate the patient about?

Before administering cephalosporins, what should the nurse assess in the patient’s medical history?

Which laboratory value should be monitored periodically in a patient receiving cephalosporins for an extended period?