Which Topical Antimicrobial Agent Is Commonly Used as a Broad-Spectrum

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which topical antimicrobial agent is commonly used as a broad-spectrum and fights against gram-positive and -negative bacteria?

• A) Pure silver
• B) Bacitracin
• C) Mafenide acetate cream
• D) Silver sulfadiazine

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Definitions:

Expiratory Wheezes

High-pitched sounds heard with a stethoscope during exhalation, indicating airflow obstruction in the airways.

Tachypnea

Rapid breathing, which can be a sign of various conditions, including respiratory infections, congestive heart failure, or acidosis.

Pulmonary Embolism

A potentially life-threatening condition where one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot.

Frothy Sputum

Mucus mixed with air and fluids, coughed up from the respiratory tract, often seen in certain lung conditions.