Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client who has been diagnosed with frequent infections with Strep throat. Which of the following principles contributes to further bacterial resistance to antibiotics? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
B,D,E,F
Rationale
The correct choices contribute to bacterial resistance because:
B: Discontinuing antibiotics early can leave surviving bacteria stronger and resistant.
D: Skipping dosages allows bacteria to adapt and develop resistance.
E: Treating viral infections with antibiotics is ineffective and promotes resistance.
F: Frequent use can lead to resistance by exposing bacteria to antibiotics repeatedly.
Incorrect choices:
A: Sunlight exposure doesn't impact bacterial resistance.
C: Handwashing is important but doesn't directly influence resistance.
In summary, the correct choices promote resistance by allowing bacteria to survive, adapt, and develop resistance, while the incorrect choices are not directly related to bacterial resistance.
B: Discontinuing antibiotics early can leave surviving bacteria stronger and resistant.
D: Skipping dosages allows bacteria to adapt and develop resistance.
E: Treating viral infections with antibiotics is ineffective and promotes resistance.
F: Frequent use can lead to resistance by exposing bacteria to antibiotics repeatedly.
Incorrect choices:
A: Sunlight exposure doesn't impact bacterial resistance.
C: Handwashing is important but doesn't directly influence resistance.
In summary, the correct choices promote resistance by allowing bacteria to survive, adapt, and develop resistance, while the incorrect choices are not directly related to bacterial resistance.