#1
What is the primary function of antibiotics?
To kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria
ExplanationTargets bacterial growth for treatment.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of antibiotics?
Hypertension
ExplanationNot a typical antibiotic side effect.
#3
Why is it important to complete a prescribed course of antibiotics?
To eliminate the bacteria completely and prevent the development of antibiotic resistance
ExplanationPrevents incomplete bacterial eradication.
#4
Which of the following is not a target for antibiotic action?
Human cell membrane
ExplanationNot targeted by antibiotics.
#5
Which of the following antibiotics is classified as a Penicillin?
Amoxicillin
ExplanationA member of the Penicillin group.
#6
What is antibiotic resistance?
The ability of bacteria to resist the effects of an antibiotic
ExplanationBacteria resist antibiotic effects.
#7
What is the significance of the 'broad-spectrum' term in antibiotic classification?
It refers to antibiotics that are effective against a wide range of bacteria
ExplanationEffective against diverse bacteria.
#8
What does the term 'antibiotic stewardship' refer to?
The efforts to use antibiotics responsibly to reduce antibiotic resistance
ExplanationResponsible antibiotic usage.
#9
Which antibiotic is known to cause photosensitivity as a side effect?
Doxycycline
ExplanationCan cause skin sensitivity to light.
#10
Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of antibiotics in viral infections?
Antibiotics have no effect on viral infections and should not be used
ExplanationIneffective against viral infections.
#11
Which mechanism do bacteria NOT use to become resistant to antibiotics?
Increasing the production of the antibiotic
ExplanationNot a method for bacterial resistance.
#12
What is the role of beta-lactamase inhibitors in combination antibiotic therapy?
To inhibit enzymes that bacteria produce to resist beta-lactam antibiotics
ExplanationBlocks bacterial resistance enzymes.
#13
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is resistant to which class of antibiotics?
Beta-lactams
ExplanationResistant to beta-lactam antibiotics.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism by which bacteria can acquire antibiotic resistance?
Increased antibiotic production by bacteria
ExplanationNot a bacterial resistance mechanism.
#15
Which antibiotic is known for its severe side effect of causing pseudomembranous colitis?
Clindamycin
ExplanationLinked to severe intestinal condition.
#16
Which antibiotic is considered a last-resort drug for multidrug-resistant bacterial infections?
Colistin
ExplanationReserved for resistant bacterial infections.