What is MRSA

Question

What is MRSA?
A) tuberculosis bacteria resistant to antibiotics
B) any bacteria resistant to antibiotics
C) antibiotics used as a last resort for resistant bacteria
D) a form of skin bacteria that's resistant to methicillin

Accepted Answer

MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, which is a type of skin bacteria that is resistant to methicillin and other common antibiotics. It can cause skin infections, pneumonia, and other serious infections, often in people with weakened immune systems.