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What is the primary purpose of chemotherapy in the context of microbial infections?
What is the primary purpose of chemotherapy in the context of microbial infections?
- To target and eliminate microbial pathogens (correct)
- To prevent the spread of normal flora in the body
- To kill fast-growing cells in the body
- To stimulate the body's immune response
What is the appropriate action before initiating antibiotic therapy?
What is the appropriate action before initiating antibiotic therapy?
- Obtain specimens from the suspected site of infection for microscopy and culture (correct)
- Initiate broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy immediately
- Wait for symptoms to worsen before starting antibiotic treatment
- Administer antifungal medication as a precautionary measure
What is the role of normal flora in the human body?
What is the role of normal flora in the human body?
- Normal flora are only present in individuals with compromised immune systems
- Normal flora are opportunistic pathogens that cause infections
- Normal flora are microorganisms that colonize certain body systems and are normally harmless (correct)
- Normal flora are harmful bacteria that need to be eliminated
What knowledge is critical for appropriate antimicrobial therapy?
What knowledge is critical for appropriate antimicrobial therapy?
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What does the term 'normal flora' refer to?
What does the term 'normal flora' refer to?
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