What Causes Antibiotic Resistance?

What is the primary composition of bacteria?

• Single cell

• Multiple cells

• Complex organisms

• Viral particles

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Where can bacteria be commonly found?

• Only in air

• Only underground

• Everywhere

• Only in water

What beneficial role do bacteria play in the human body?

• Blocking nutrients

• Damaging cells

• Helping digestion

• Causing infections

What role do beneficial bacteria play in the body?

• They block medication effects

• They damage tissue

• They support immune function

• They cause disease

What do antibiotics typically target in bacteria?

• Mitochondria

• Cell wall

• Nucleus

• Ribosomes

What has reduced the effectiveness of antibiotics in recent years?

• Better hygiene

• Vaccine development

• Bacterial resistance

• Stronger immune systems

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How do bacteria acquire resistance to antibiotics?

• By consuming nutrients

• Through vaccination

• By avoiding humans

• Through mutations

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What is one way bacteria can share resistant genes?

• Through human contact

• By consuming antibiotics

• Via conjugation

• Through airborne particles

What is MRSA resistant to?

• Beta-lactam antibiotics

• All bacterial infections

• All vaccines

• Antiviral medications

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Which bacteria is known for causing skin infections to sepsis and has developed resistance?

• E. coli

• Lactobacillus

• Salmonella

• Staphylococcus aureus