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Based on the trends shown in the graph, which of the following statements is most likely incorrect regarding antibiotic resistance in Streptococcus pneumoniae?
Based on the trends shown in the graph, which of the following statements is most likely incorrect regarding antibiotic resistance in Streptococcus pneumoniae?
- Resistance to vancomycin has been increasing since 1986, though not as drastically as some other antibiotics.
- Resistance to tetracycline significantly decreased from 1986 to 1999. (correct)
- Resistance to erythromycin has increased significantly since 1986.
- The resistance to penicillin has remained relatively stable over the period shown.
What is a potential consequence of the increasing resistance to antibiotics, like those shown in the graph, by bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae?
What is a potential consequence of the increasing resistance to antibiotics, like those shown in the graph, by bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae?
- Increased susceptibility to viral infections.
- Increased effectiveness of vaccines for bacterial infections.
- Reduced effectiveness of antibiotics in treating bacterial infections. (correct)
- Decreased rates of bacterial infections overall.
The graph highlights the importance of monitoring antibiotic resistance trends. This data can contribute to which of the following actions to combat antibiotic resistance?
The graph highlights the importance of monitoring antibiotic resistance trends. This data can contribute to which of the following actions to combat antibiotic resistance?
- Increasing the dosage of existing antibiotics to overcome bacterial resistance.
- Promoting the use of antibiotics for viral infections to prevent further bacterial resistance.
- Developing new vaccines against all strains of Streptococcus pneumoniae.
- Developing new antibiotics and strategies to prevent and treat antibiotic-resistant infections. (correct)
Why is the emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, like Streptococcus pneumoniae, a significant concern for public health?
Why is the emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, like Streptococcus pneumoniae, a significant concern for public health?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria?
Flashcards
Antibiotics
Antibiotics
Medications used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Bacterial Resistance
Bacterial Resistance
When bacteria evolve to survive exposure to antibiotics.
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Streptococcus pneumoniae
A bacterium responsible for pneumonia and other respiratory diseases.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia
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Infection Trends (1986-1999)
Infection Trends (1986-1999)
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Study Notes
Antibiotics and Bacterial Resistance
- Antibiotics are crucial medical tools used to treat bacterial infections.
- However, antibiotic-resistant bacteria are becoming increasingly prevalent, posing a serious health concern.
- Streptococcus pneumoniae is a bacterium significantly associated with pneumonia.
- The graph displays trends in antibiotic resistance of Streptococcus pneumoniae from 1986 to 1999 regarding pneumonia.
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