Antibiotics Flashcards
What are antibiotics?
Antibiotics are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.
True or False: Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
False
Fill in the blank: Antibiotics are primarily used to treat _______.
bacterial infections
What is the mechanism of action of penicillin?
Penicillin works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls.
Name one common side effect of antibiotics.
Nausea
What term describes the ability of bacteria to resist the effects of antibiotics?
Antibiotic resistance
Multiple choice: Which of the following is an example of a broad-spectrum antibiotic? A) Penicillin B) Tetracycline C) Vancomycin
B) Tetracycline
What is the primary purpose of using antibiotics?
To treat bacterial infections and prevent the spread of bacteria.
True or False: All antibiotics are derived from natural sources.
False
Fill in the blank: _______ is a class of antibiotics that inhibit protein synthesis.
Macrolides
What is the role of antibiotics in surgery?
To prevent or treat infections that may occur post-surgery.
Multiple choice: Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat strep throat? A) Amoxicillin B) Ciprofloxacin C) Clindamycin
A) Amoxicillin
What is a common consequence of overusing antibiotics?
Increased antibiotic resistance among bacteria.
True or False: Antibiotics can be used to treat fungal infections.
False
Fill in the blank: _______ is the term for a situation where an antibiotic fails to work against a previously susceptible bacterium.
Treatment failure
What is the importance of completing a prescribed course of antibiotics?
To ensure all bacteria are killed and to prevent resistance.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT an antibiotic? A) Amoxicillin B) Ibuprofen C) Azithromycin
B) Ibuprofen
What type of bacteria do beta-lactam antibiotics primarily target?
Gram-positive bacteria
True or False: Probiotics can help mitigate some side effects of antibiotics.
True
Fill in the blank: The development of _______ is a major public health concern related to antibiotic use.
antibiotic-resistant bacteria
What is the role of the CDC in relation to antibiotics?
To monitor antibiotic resistance and promote appropriate use of antibiotics.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a method to test antibiotic susceptibility? A) Disk diffusion B) PCR C) ELISA
A) Disk diffusion
What is the significance of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC)?
It is the lowest concentration of an antibiotic that prevents bacterial growth.
True or False: Antibiotics can be used to treat all bacterial infections without concern.
False
