NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PATHOLOGY AND GENETICS
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Question
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A bacterial infection ____ be treated using an antibiotic. A viral infection ____
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can; also can
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can; cannot
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cannot; can
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cannot; also cannot
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacteria cause bacterial infections. Viruses cause viral infections. Antibiotic medicines kill or keep many bacteria from growing but don’t treat viruses. Antiviral medicines help the body clear out some viruses.
Detailed explanation-2: -Many human illnesses are caused by infection with either bacteria or viruses. Most bacterial diseases can be treated with antibiotics, although antibiotic-resistant strains are starting to emerge. Viruses pose a challenge to the body’s immune system because they hide inside cells.
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