Which of the Following Is TRUE of ß-Lactams

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE of ß-lactams?

• A) They are only prescribed for the most drug-resistant forms of Staphylococcus aureus.
• B) They cause a cell to burst open from water pressure.
• C) Vancomycin is one of the most effective ß-lactams.
• D) They must be administered with caution because they can damage human tissues with prolonged use.
• E) They are one of the few classes of drugs that are effective against both bacteria and viruses.

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