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Microbiology

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Set 12 Antimicrobial Therapy

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Question 1

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Literally,an antibiotic is

A)a substance that kills bacteria but not viruses.
B)a chemical that inhibits a microorganism,but doesn't necessarily kill it.
C)any substance that inhibits or kills a microorganism.
D)a substance produced by a microorganism that kills or inhibits other microorganisms.
E)none of the above.

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Question 2

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Aminoglycosides are not usually prescribed for patients

A)who have impaired kidney function.
B)who suffer from asthma or hay fever.
C)who are immunodeficient.
D)with high blood pressure.
E)who have pneumonia.

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Question 3

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An antimicrobial drug that has a broad spectrum of activity

A)affects bacteria and viruses.
B)is active against a number of different bacteria.
C)affects all kinds of microorganisms including protozoa.
D)is bactericidal and bacteriostatic.
E)all of the above.

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