Explain why resistant strains of tuberculosis develop and what is done to minimize the chance of this occurring

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Resistant strains develop when the patient is not compliant and does not take the antitubercular drug for the prescribed length of time. To minimize the chance of resistant strains, antitubercular drugs are given in combination, and patients must continue drug treatment for a full nine months

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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What is the relationship between levels of physical inactivity and age?

A. There is an inverse correlation between them. B. There is a positive association between them. C. There is no consistent trend or relationship between them. D. There is a dose-response relationship.

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