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Antibiotics kill all the bacteria that cause an infection. Antibiotics act as growth
and/or obesity promoters. Antibiotics enhance immunity and strengthen pathogen
fighting ability. Antibiotics have no side effects
Antibiotic misuse can not cause -6/10
Stops bacteria from multiplying Interferes with the formation of cell wall and cell
content in bacteria Damages the DNA in bacteria Inactivates bacteria by freezing
them in the host tissue.
True False
True False
A spacer is -9/10
True False
Antiseptics can have side effects4/10
True False
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Just because a medicine available without a prescription doesn't mean it's safe to take, the FDA says.
Take this quiz and learn the ins and outs of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines.
A. They contain much smaller amounts of active ingredients B. They don't contain dyes or
preservatives C. They're unsafe for use without medical supervision D. They can be toxic
2. You should follow certain precautions when you self-treat with OTCs. What should you do?
A. Diagnose your health problem carefully B. Read the label carefully and follow dosage
5. You can take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs safely for how long before seeing a healthcare
provider for a diagnosis?
6. Acetaminophen is less likely than aspirin to cause gastric distress, but an overdose of as little as 4
grams can lead to irreversible liver disease. Who is most at risk?
A. People who drink alcohol B. Anyone on a diet C. Smokers D. A and C
7. Antacids often are taken for digestive problems. What is the greatest danger?
A. People tend to overdose B. People take them for longer than recommended C.
Antacids affect the absorption of other medicines D. They can have a rebound effect
8. Older adults are especially vulnerable to the side effects of which of these OTCs?
9. Many OTC medicines for children come in liquid form. What is the best way to measure the dose?
A. Use a kitchen tablespoon B. Use a kitchen teaspoon C. Use a special dosing spoon
10. What should you look for when you select an OTC medicine?
A. One that helps a wide range of symptoms B. One that helps your main symptom C.
One that's a time-release formula D. One that doesn't have red dye
Milk and milk products Black Tea Fruits and veggies All of the above
Transporting oxygen to all parts of the body Protecting against infection and harmful
agents Clotting of blood
True False
A vitamin deficiency can make your hair and skin dull and
lifeless.1/10
True False
Which of these will increase your risk for vitamin D
deficiency?5/10
Suffer from a milk allergy Follow a strict vegan diet Avoid the sun All of the
above
Anti depressants and Anti anxiety drugs Steroids Drugs to treat seizures All
the above
True False
True False
Which of the following medicines has to be discarded
immediately after one month from the date of opening even
when it is stored under correct conditions?10/20
Vitamins are a group of organic nutrients Vitamins are a good source of energy
Vitamins have no calories Excess of vitamins can lead to disease
Bowel and prostate cancer Multiple sclerosis Rheumatoid arthritis All of the
above
True False
True False
Oily fish such as salmon and tuna Whole egg Beef liver All of the above
True False
Pregnancy and breastfeeding women Persons who are vegetarians Persons who
remain indoors most of the time All of the above
True False
Bones get dense and thick Bones get fragile and porous Bones change shape
Age and family history Obesity and smoking All of the above
True False
Individuals at risk include those7/10
With a family history Who are home bound Who are underweight
True False
True False
Yes No
True False