Understanding AMR and Operation AMRITH in Kerala's Drug Control Department
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What does AMR refer to?

  • The ability of bacteria to become more vulnerable to drugs
  • The ability of bacteria and microbes to resist drugs (correct)
  • The ability of bacteria to change color when exposed to drugs
  • The ability of bacteria and microbes to multiply rapidly

    • How many deaths were associated with AMR globally in 2019?

  • 1 million deaths
  • 5 million deaths (correct)
  • 2 million deaths
  • 10 million deaths

    • What is Operation AMRITH initiated by Kerala's Drug Control Department focused on?

  • Curbing antibiotic overuse (correct)
  • Encouraging self-medication with antibiotics
  • Increasing antibiotic sales
  • Promoting the use of antibiotics

    • What is one measure under Operation AMRITH that pharmacies in Kerala must comply with?

    <p>Keeping accurate antibiotic sales records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Indian state became the inaugural state to introduce the KARSAP state action plan on AMR?

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

    Which of the following is NOT an initiative implemented by the Kerala government to combat antimicrobial resistance?

    <p>Inauguration of an AMR laboratory by Kerala State Pollution Control Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

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