Antibiotics and Medically Important Viruses Quiz

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Which of the following antibiotics is NOT mentioned in the text as a treatment for bacterial infections?

Vancomycin

Linezolid

Clindamycin

Amoxicillin (correct)

Which virus type is characterized by having a single-stranded DNA genome and being enveloped?

Double stranded Nonenveloped DNA

Single stranded Nonenveloped DNA

Double stranded Enveloped DNA

Single stranded Enveloped DNA (correct)

In the text, what is the main function of Tazobactam (Tazocin) when used in combination with antibiotics like Carbapenems?

Enhance Gram-negative bacterial growth

Reduce the spectrum of activity

Increase bacterial resistance

Act as a beta-lactamase inhibitor (correct)

Based on the text, which antiviral agent is known for its activity against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive bacteria?

Linezolid Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of extracellular enzymes that act as virulence factors?

Kinase Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of endotoxins as virulence factors?

Inducing strong inflammatory responses Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria shape is NOT typically associated with Gram-positive bacteria?

Spiral-shaped Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic family typically targets bacterial protein synthesis?

Macrolides Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of antiphagocytic factors as virulence factors?

Preventing bacterial engulfment by phagocytes Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic family is known for inhibiting folic acid synthesis in bacteria?

Sulfonamides Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common side effect of aminoglycosides antibiotics?

Ototoxicity Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria regarding cell wall structure?

Gram-negative bacteria have 3 cell wall layers, while Gram-positive have 2. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of exotoxins as virulence factors?

Lysis of host cells Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria shape is commonly associated with diplococci?

Cocci Signup and view all the answers

What type of antibiotic is known to have the least toxic effects overall?

Penicillins Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of quinolones as antibiotics?

Inhibition of DNA replication in bacteria Signup and view all the answers

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