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Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 6.15 Hospital Acquired Infections and Practice Codes Questions

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

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Biology YBI11
Level
A2

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.

Edexcel A-Level Biology A2 6.15 Hospital Acquired Infections and Practice Codes Questions question 1

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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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© Zoonar GmbH / Alamy Stock Photo This plant can be used as a medicine.

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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