Question

Which of the following are NOT one of Stuart Levy's guidelines for limiting the development of antibiotic resistance?

1) To avoid contracting food-borne bacteria, consumers should wash fruits and vegetables and avoid raw eggs and undercooked meat.

2) Consumers should always use antibacterial soaps and cleaners, even when no perceived bacterial threat is present.

3) Patients should not request antibiotics for viral infections, such as colds or flu.

4) When they take antibiotics, patients should complete the course of treatment.

5) To avoid spreading infections from patient to patient, physicians should wash their hands thoroughly between patients.

Answer 1

The guideline NOT for limiting the development of antibiotic resistance is the recommendation to always use antibacterial soaps and cleaners, which can actually contribute to resistance.

Step-by-step explanation:

Out of the options provided, the one that is NOT one of Stuart Levy's guidelines for limiting the development of antibiotic resistance is:

1. To avoid contracting food-borne bacteria, consumers should wash fruits and vegetables and avoid raw eggs and undercooked meat.
2. Consumers should always use antibacterial soaps and cleaners, even when no perceived bacterial threat is present.
3. Patients should not request antibiotics for viral infections, such as colds or flu.
4. When they take antibiotics, patients should complete the course of treatment.
5. To avoid spreading infections from patient to patient, physicians should wash their hands thoroughly between patients.

The second option, recommending the use of antibacterial soaps and cleaners at all times, is not a guideline to limit antibiotic resistance. In fact, overuse of antibacterial products can contribute to the development of resistance.