Antibiotic Resistance Flashcards

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Why are resistant bacteria a challenge?

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They are a challenge because they reproduce very quickly.
Mutations produce new strains such as MRSA which can be fatal.
Resistant strains survive and reproduce and spread.

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How can we reduce the rate of resistant bacteria?

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Doctors should avoid prescribing antibiotics unnecessarily.
Patients should always complete the course of antibiotics even if they feel better beforehand.
There should be restricted use of antibiotics for agricultural use.

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