Antimicrobial Agents Quiz

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

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

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

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