PTCB Exam PTCE Topic 8 Question 81 Discussion

Actual exam question for PTCB's PTCE exam

Question #: 81
Topic #: 8

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Which types of anti-biotics inhibit growth and reproduction of bacteria, but do not kill bacteria?

ABactericidal

BAnti-Bacterial

CHypo-Allergenic

DBacteriostatic

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Suggested Answer: D

by Sylvie at Feb 10, 2024, 06:07 PM

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Brynn

6 months ago

I don't think so, because anti-bacterial antibiotics actually kill bacteria.

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Lindsey

6 months ago

But what about the other options? Could anti-bacterial also be correct?

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Ludivina

6 months ago

I agree with Brynn, bacteriostatic antibiotics just inhibit bacterial growth.

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Brynn

6 months ago

I think the answer is D) Bacteriostatic.

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Toi

6 months ago

I agree with Isaiah, Bacteriostatic antibiotics prevent bacterial reproduction.

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Isaiah

6 months ago

Actually, I remember studying that Bacteriostatic antibiotics only inhibit growth, they don't kill bacteria.

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Vannessa

7 months ago

I'm not sure, but I believe it's A) Bactericidal.

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Isaiah

7 months ago

I think the answer is D) Bacteriostatic.

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