MCQs on Dalacin (Clindamycin)

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Pharmacology and Mechanism of Action

  1. A patient with a history of penicillin allergy presents with a severe bacterial infection. Which mechanism of action allows Dalacin to be a suitable alternative?
    a) Inhibition of bacterial DNA synthesis
    b) Inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis at the 50S ribosome
    c) Disruption of the bacterial cell wall
    d) Inhibition of folic acid metabolism
    Answer: b
  2. In which bacterial infections is Dalacin most effective due to its activity against anaerobes?
    a) Pelvic inflammatory disease
    b) Necrotizing fasciitis
    c) Aspiration pneumonia
    d) All of the above
    Answer: d
  3. What property of Dalacin makes it particularly effective in deep tissue infections?
    a) High oral bioavailability
    b) Excellent tissue penetration, including bone
    c) Activity against Gram-negative bacteria
    d) Immunomodulatory effects
    Answer: b

Indications

  1. A patient with osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus is being treated with Dalacin. Why is it preferred in this case?
    a) Activity against Gram-negative bacteria
    b) Ability to penetrate bone tissue
    c) Broad-spectrum antibacterial coverage
    d) Low cost
    Answer: b
  2. Which condition is Dalacin NOT typically indicated for?
    a) Bacterial vaginosis
    b) Malaria
    c) Skin and soft tissue infections
    d) Toxoplasmosis
    Answer: b
  3. A patient is diagnosed with severe acne. How does Dalacin contribute to treatment?
    a) By reducing sebaceous gland activity
    b) By targeting Propionibacterium acnes
    c) By acting as an anti-inflammatory
    d) Both b and c
    Answer: d
  4. Dalacin is used in the treatment of toxic shock syndrome due to its:
    a) Ability to inhibit bacterial toxin production
    b) Broad-spectrum bactericidal activity
    c) Activity against Gram-negative bacteria
    d) Rapid oral absorption
    Answer: a

Dosing and Administration

  1. A patient with severe skin and soft tissue infection is started on intravenous Dalacin. What is the usual dose for severe infections?
    a) 150 mg every 8 hours
    b) 300 mg once daily
    c) 600–900 mg IV every 8 hours
    d) 1 g IV once daily
    Answer: c
  2. Dalacin is prescribed for a child with a weight of 20 kg. What is the recommended oral dosage for a serious infection?
    a) 10–20 mg/kg/day divided into three doses
    b) 30–40 mg/kg/day divided into three doses
    c) 50–60 mg/kg/day divided into three doses
    d) 70–80 mg/kg/day divided into three doses
    Answer: b
  3. When administering Dalacin vaginal cream for bacterial vaginosis, what is the standard regimen?
    a) Apply once daily for 3–7 days
    b) Apply twice daily for 3 days
    c) Apply every other day for 5 days
    d) Apply once daily for 10 days
    Answer: a

Adverse Effects

  1. A patient develops severe diarrhea after starting Dalacin. What serious condition must be considered?
    a) Crohn’s disease
    b) Clostridioides difficile infection
    c) Irritable bowel syndrome
    d) Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth
    Answer: b
  2. Which of the following adverse effects is most commonly associated with Dalacin?
    a) Hepatotoxicity
    b) Nephrotoxicity
    c) Gastrointestinal upset
    d) Thrombocytopenia
    Answer: c
  3. A patient receiving Dalacin reports a metallic taste. This adverse effect is:
    a) Rare but significant
    b) Common and dose-dependent
    c) Related to IV administration only
    d) Not associated with Dalacin
    Answer: a

Drug Interactions

  1. Dalacin should be used cautiously with which class of medications to avoid neuromuscular blockade?
    a) Aminoglycosides
    b) Anticholinergics
    c) Statins
    d) Beta-blockers
    Answer: a
  2. Concomitant use of Dalacin and erythromycin can lead to:
    a) Synergistic bactericidal activity
    b) Antagonistic effects due to competition at the ribosomal binding site
    c) Increased risk of nephrotoxicity
    d) Enhanced gastrointestinal absorption of both drugs
    Answer: b

Special Populations

  1. In pregnancy, Dalacin is classified as:
    a) Category A
    b) Category B
    c) Category C
    d) Category D
    Answer: b
  2. In a breastfeeding mother, Dalacin use requires:
    a) Discontinuation of breastfeeding
    b) Close monitoring for diarrhea in the infant
    c) Routine liver function tests in the infant
    d) No special precautions
    Answer: b
  3. For patients with renal impairment, Dalacin:
    a) Requires significant dose adjustment
    b) Is contraindicated
    c) Does not require dose adjustment
    d) Should be avoided due to nephrotoxicity
    Answer: c

Clinical Scenarios

  1. A 30-year-old patient with a deep-seated abscess caused by MRSA is treated with Dalacin. What advantage does it offer in this scenario?
    a) Bactericidal activity
    b) Suppression of toxin production
    c) Low cost
    d) Minimal risk of resistance
    Answer: b
  2. Dalacin is often combined with other antibiotics for intra-abdominal infections. Why?
    a) To enhance activity against Gram-negative bacteria
    b) To reduce gastrointestinal side effects
    c) To shorten treatment duration
    d) To improve oral absorption
    Answer: a

Clinical Cases

  1. A patient develops redness and itching after Dalacin use. This indicates:
    a) An allergic reaction
    b) Normal pharmacological response
    c) Toxic epidermal necrolysis
    d) C. difficile infection
    Answer: a
  2. A 45-year-old diabetic patient with a foot ulcer is started on Dalacin. What makes it a good choice?
    a) Broad anaerobic coverage
    b) Low risk of adverse effects
    c) Minimal interaction with diabetic medications
    d) High protein binding
    Answer: a
  3. A patient with a dental abscess is prescribed Dalacin. Why is this drug appropriate?
    a) It covers oral anaerobes effectively
    b) It has a long half-life
    c) It is bactericidal for Gram-negative organisms
    d) It reduces inflammation in gum tissues
    Answer: a
  4. In a patient with severe necrotizing fasciitis, Dalacin is used along with penicillin. What is the rationale?
    a) Broad-spectrum coverage
    b) Inhibition of bacterial toxin production by Dalacin
    c) Reduced risk of resistance
    d) Improved pharmacokinetics
    Answer: b

Miscellaneous

  1. How does Dalacin differ from vancomycin in treating Gram-positive infections?
    a) Dalacin is effective against anaerobes
    b) Vancomycin has better bone penetration
    c) Dalacin is bactericidal
    d) Vancomycin inhibits protein synthesis
    Answer: a
  2. Dalacin is effective in malaria when combined with which other drug?
    a) Quinine
    b) Artemisinin
    c) Doxycycline
    d) Mefloquine
    Answer: a

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