Strategies Against Drug Resistance in Healthcare

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What is the main function of catabolic reactions in a cell?

  • Facilitate movement of the organism
  • Build larger molecules from smaller ones
  • Store energy in chemical bonds
  • Break down larger molecules into smaller ones (correct)

Which of the following is NOT an example of a metabolite?

  • Larger molecule (correct)
  • Nutrient
  • End product in a metabolic reaction
  • Intermediary product

In which phase does the catabolism of glucose by aerobic respiration occur?

  • Bioluminescence
  • Fermentation
  • Krebs cycle
  • Glycolysis (correct)

What is the primary role of biochemical pathways?

<p>Release energy through catabolic reactions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do anabolism and catabolism differ in terms of energy release?

<p>Anabolism stores energy, catabolism releases energy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process involves the breaking of bonds to release energy?

<p>Catabolism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a fomite?

<p>Stethoscope (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for preventing transmission of pathogens by fomites?

<p>Reusing disposable medical equipment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is responsible for overseeing the infection control program in a healthcare facility?

<p>Infection Control Committee (ICC) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following departments is typically NOT represented on the Infection Control Committee (ICC)?

<p>Human resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who typically chairs the Infection Control Committee (ICC)?

<p>An infection control professional (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the Infection Control Committee (ICC) is NOT true?

<p>It is chaired by a hospital administrator (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested strategy for patients and their children when they are sick?

<p>Consult a physician before considering antibiotics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of clinicians when dealing with drug prescriptions?

<p>Prescribe a narrow-spectrum drug based on lab results (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Indigenous Microflora of Humans' refer to?

<p>Bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses residing on and within a person (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it suggested that patients destroy any excess or out-dated medications?

<p>To reduce drug resistance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the resident microflora are disturbed?

<p>Disturbs the delicate balance between host and microorganisms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary composition of the microflora found on the skin?

<p>Primarily bacteria and fungi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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