Question detail
Why is it important to use specific antibiotics for specific bacteria?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Communicable diseases
Question
- A. To ensure the antibiotics are effective
- B. To prevent the development of resistance
- C. To reduce side effects
- D. All of the above
Answer
The correct option is All of the above because it matches the approved biology in Antibiotics and painkillers within Communicable diseases.
Explanation
The correct option is All of the above because it stays accurate for Antibiotics and painkillers in Communicable diseases. It matches the approved learning objective about explain the use of antibiotics and other medicines in treating disease and avoids the oversimplified distractors.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Antibiotic Use
Students often confuse the roles of antibiotics and painkillers, thinking that both can treat infections.
Clarify that antibiotics specifically target bacterial infections, while painkillers alleviate symptoms but do not treat the underlying cause.
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