Microbiology Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of Mis-use of antibiotics
A
No infection Wrong drug Excess/inadequate dose Inadequate duration of therapy Expensive option used
2
Q
CHOICE of the correct antimicrobial agent depends on what
A
Host characteristics
Antimicrobial susceptibilities of the
Organism itself an
Site of infection
3
Q
Choice of antimicrobial drug should be based on what?
A
Narrow spectrum if poss Bactericidal if poss Consider local sensitivities Patient characteristics Cost
