A Nurse Is Discussing Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)with a Group

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Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) with a group of nursing students. Which statement by a student correctly identifies the basis for MRSA resistance?

• A) "MRSA bacteria have developed PBPs with a low affinity for penicillins."
• B) "MRSA bacteria produce penicillinases that render penicillin ineffective."
• C) "MRSA occurs because of host resistance to penicillins."
• D) "MRSA strains replicate faster than other Staphylococcus aureus strains."

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