Antibiotics resistance

Question 1

What is antibiotic resistance?

Answer 1

Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria to survive and grow in the presence of antibiotics that would normally kill them or inhibit their growth.

Question 2

True or False: Antibiotic resistance can lead to longer hospital stays and higher medical costs.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria evolve through __________.

Answer 3

mutation or acquiring resistance genes

Question 4

Why is antibiotic resistance considered a public health threat?

Answer 4

It makes infections harder to treat, increases the risk of disease spread, and can lead to higher mortality rates.

Question 5

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a consequence of antibiotic resistance? A) Increased effectiveness of antibiotics, B) Longer recovery times, C) Increased healthcare costs.

Answer 5

A) Increased effectiveness of antibiotics