Which factor has contributed to resistant microbial strains?
A) antibiotic use for bacterial infections
B) use of antibiotics in clients with viral infections
C) use of topical antibiotics on skin abrasions
D) mutation of common disease-causing viruses
Ans: B
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The overprescribing of antibiotics for viral infections has contributed to the evolution of resistant microbial strains. Antibiotics are intended for bacterial infections and topical use has not been linked to the development of resistance. Viral mutation does not cause resistance, since viruses are never susceptible to antibiotics.
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