Antibiotic Resistance Quiz

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What is the primary reason for bacteria developing resistance to antibiotics?

Doctors prescribe antibiotics incorrectly
Bacteria grow and adapt quickly to survive antibiotics (correct)
People do not take the complete course of antibiotics
Antibiotics are not powerful enough to kill bacteria

Why is it advised not to use antibiotics for cold or flu?

Antibiotics make viral infections worse
Antibiotics slow down recovery from viral infections
Antibiotics cause side effects in viral infections
Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses (correct)

What can happen if you do not complete the course of antibiotics?

Your body becomes immune to the antibiotics
The bacteria in your body develop resistance (correct)
Your body will get rid of the bacteria naturally
You will recover faster from the illness

What could be a consequence of overusing antibiotics according to the text?

Development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should you stay at home when you have a cold or flu?

To avoid infecting others (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the discovery of antibiotics and life expectancy?

Antibiotics have increased life expectancy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use antibiotics correctly and less often?

To prevent the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that contributes to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria?

Using antibiotics when not necessary (D) Signup and view all the answers

Antibiotic Resistance

Bacteria can quickly evolve and learn to survive antibiotics, leading to resistance.

Antibiotics for Colds and Flu

Antibiotics are specifically designed to kill bacteria, not viruses. Using them for a viral infection is useless and contributes to antibiotic resistance.

Incomplete Antibiotics

Incomplete antibiotic courses leave some bacteria alive, allowing them to become resistant to the antibiotic.

Overusing Antibiotics

Overusing antibiotics creates an environment for bacteria to develop resistance. Using them only when needed is essential.