Antimicrobials
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What type of antibiotic are DNA polymerase inhibitors?

  • Antibacterials
  • Antifungals
  • Antivirals (correct)
  • Antiprotozoals

    • Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for DNA polymerase inhibitors?

  • They are incorporated into DNA during normal replication.
  • They directly bind and inhibit the viral DNA polymerase enzyme. (correct)
  • The inhibitors are modified so that they do not permit added nucleotides to be added to that chain as it replicates.
  • The lack of 3' hydroxyl group prevents the incorporation of the next nucleotide, causing chain termination.

    • What type of antibiotic are reverse transcription inhibitors, and what viruses do they target?

  • Antivirals that target retroviruses like HIV (correct)
  • Antiprotozoals that target parasitic infections
  • Antifungals that target yeast and mold
  • Antibacterials that target Gram-positive bacteria

    • Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for reverse transcription inhibitors?

    <p>They induce mutations in the viral genome, leading to non-functional proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for protease inhibitors?

    <p>They prevent the production of structural viral proteins and the release of mature viral proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key component of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART)?

    <p>Inhibition of viral DNA polymerase to prevent viral replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) over monotherapy?

    <p>HAART is more effective at combating viral mutations that have occurred due to environmental stresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a DNA polymerase inhibitor?

    <p>Trifluridine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a reverse transcription inhibitor?

    <p>Azidothymidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a protease inhibitor?

    <p>Ritonavir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) over single-drug antiviral therapy?

    <p>HAART is more effective at combating viral mutations and drug resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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