Antibiotic drug class: Cephalosporins

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What is a prototype drug for cephalosporins?

Cefazolin.

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What are common drugs in the cephalosporin class?

Cefazolin, Cephalexin, Ceftriaxone, Cefepime.

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What is the medication prefix for cephalosporins?

Cef- or Ceph-.

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What is the mechanism of action for cephalosporins?

Inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis.

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What is a major side effect of cephalosporins?

Diarrhea.

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What is an important nursing consideration when administering cephalosporins?

Assess for penicillin allergy because cross-reactivity can occur.

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What are common uses for cephalosporins?

Surgical prophylaxis and many bacterial infections.