Edexcel IAL Biology 6.15 Hospital infection control

Name the practice, connect it to fewer unnecessary exposures or transmission events and explain how this reduces survival and spread of resistant strains.

Exam points

Explain how restricted prescribing reduces selection for antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Use inhibition-zone evidence to select an effective antibiotic for treatment.
Explain how complete courses and infection-control practices limit resistant infections.

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The photograph shows parts of Tussilago farfara. This is a native species of plant that grows in North Africa and Central Asia.

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Scientists have isolated antibacterial compounds from plants such as Tussilago farfara.

Explain how the code of practice for prescribing antibiotics helps to control infections.

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6.15—Hospital-acquired infections and practice codes question 1