Which of the following practices can contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)? A) Using antimicrobials to prevent disease in livestock, rather than treating... Which of the following practices can contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR)? A) Using antimicrobials to prevent disease in livestock, rather than treating existing infections B) Administering antimicrobials at higher than recommended doses C) Failing to complete the full prescribed course of antibiotics D) All of the above
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify which practices from the given options contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance. The options outline behaviors related to the use of antimicrobials in both livestock and human medicine, with an emphasis on misuse and overuse.
Answer
All of the above.
All of the above practices can contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Answer for screen readers
All of the above practices can contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
More Information
All listed practices contribute to antimicrobial resistance: using antimicrobials for prevention in livestock, administering higher doses than recommended, and failing to complete the prescribed antibiotic course all lead to the development of drug-resistant pathogens.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that only one practice or incorrect dose overuse solely contributes to AMR. Instead, various factors collectively exacerbate resistance.
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