Antibiotics and Antimicrobials
Biology ⇒ Microorganisms and Microbiology
Antibiotics and Antimicrobials starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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A patient is prescribed an antibiotic for a bacterial infection but stops taking it after three days when symptoms improve. What is a possible consequence of this action?
Define the term 'broad-spectrum antibiotic'.
Describe one way in which hospitals can help prevent the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Describe the mechanism of action of tetracycline antibiotics.
Describe the role of efflux pumps in antibiotic resistance.
Describe two ways in which bacteria can acquire antibiotic resistance genes.
Explain the difference between natural and synthetic antibiotics.
Explain the importance of selective toxicity in antimicrobial therapy.
Explain why antibiotics are not prescribed for the common cold.
Explain why combination therapy is sometimes used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
Explain why it is important to complete the full course of prescribed antibiotics, even if symptoms improve.
Name one antibiotic that targets bacterial DNA gyrase.
Name one example of a superbug that is resistant to multiple antibiotics.
Name two classes of antibiotics that inhibit protein synthesis in bacteria.
What is the main difference between bacteriostatic and bactericidal antibiotics?
