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Antibiotics Quiz: Results

Antibiotics fight infections caused by:

You Answered:
Correct Answer: Bacteria

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Bacteria are germs that cause colds and flu.

You Answered:
Correct Answer: False

Learn more: If You Have a Cold or Flu, Antibiotics Won't Work For You!
Which of these illnesses should be treated with antibiotics?

You Answered:
Correct Answer: Strep Throat

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Infections can become resistant to antibiotics.

You Answered:
Correct Answer: True

Learn more: Why are bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics?
I can prevent antibiotic-resistant infections when I:

You Answered:
Correct Answer:
a) don't take an antibiotic for a viral infection
b) don't save an antibiotic for the next time I am sick
c) don't take an antibiotic prescribed for someone else
d) take my antibiotic exactly as my healthcare provider tells me

Learn more: How can you help prevent antibiotic resistance?
What can happen if I get an antibiotic-resistant infection?

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Correct Answer:
a) I may have a longer-lasting illness
b) I may have to visit my doctor more
c) I may require hospitalization
d) I may need more costly medicine that may cause side effects

Learn more: Why should I be concerned about antibiotic resistance?
Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic in 1927. What was the antibiotic named?

You Answered:
Correct Answer: Penicillin

Learn more: What is an antibiotic?
Antibiotic resistance has been called one of the world's most pressing public health problems.

You Answered:
Correct Answer: True

Learn more: Why should I be concerned about antibiotic resistance?

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