Chapter 15: Drugs Flashcards
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Define ‘drug’
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Any substance taken into the body that modifies or affects chemical reactions in the body
2
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How are antibiotics used for the treatment of bacterial infections?
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Antibiotics affect the working of bacterial cells, either by disrupting their structure or function or by preventing them from reproducing
3
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Are antibiotics always effective?
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No, some bacteria are resistant to antibiotics, which reduces the effectiveness
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5
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How do you limit the development of resistant bacteria such as MRSA?
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