
ICU Primary PrepCast #018- Antibiotic Part 2
Mar 25, 2019
Dive into the intricacies of antibiotics with a focus on Penicillins and Cephalosporins. Discover how gram staining reveals the structural differences between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and why this matters for treatment. Unpack the pharmacology of piperacillin and tazobactam, including its effectiveness and safety for patients. Finally, learn about Ceftriaxone's role against infections and the challenges of bacterial resistance, all while enjoying some trivia along the way!
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Understanding Gram Staining and Bacterial Classification
02:53 • 2min
Understanding Antibiotic Classification in ICUs
04:26 • 10min
Comprehensive Overview of Piperacillin and Tazobactam Pharmacology
13:59 • 3min
Understanding Antibiotic Spectrum and Resistance
17:14 • 3min
