As a General Guideline,it Is Suggested That Within a Particular

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Multiple Choice

As a general guideline,it is suggested that within a particular antimicrobial class,primary (group A) agents be reported first and secondary (group B) agents be reported only if:

• A) The physician insists that a secondary agent be reported.
• B) The hospital pharmacy no longer stocks the group A agent.
• C) The patient cannot tolerate the primary agents.
• D) The FDA has recalled the primary agents.

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Definitions:

Protein Digestion

The process of breaking down proteins into their constituent amino acids or peptides, which can then be absorbed by the body, primarily occurring in the stomach and small intestine.

Bacteria

Single-celled microorganisms that exist in various environments, some beneficial to humans and others pathogenic.

Vitamins

Organic compounds required in small amounts for normal metabolism and not synthesized in sufficient quantities by the body.

Hepatic Portal Vein

A blood vessel that carries blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver.