Which of the Following Is NOT True? Microorganisms in Abscesses

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true? Microorganisms in abscesses often are not killed by antimicrobial agents because

• A) the microorganisms stop dividing.
• B) of the high level of oxygenation.
• C) of the chemical nature of the pus.
• D) of the lack of blood vessels.
• E) of innate resistance in the microbes.

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