Question

Q57) Which of the following are the major reasons for increasing drug resistance?

1. Increased use of antibiotics for common infections.

2. Antibiotic overuse in poultry sector

3. Open defecation

• A. a) Only 1 and 2
• B. b) Only 1 and 3
• C. c) Only 2
• D. d) All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D d) All of the above

Answer 57: D
Explanation: Drug resistance is the reduction in effectiveness of a drug such as an antimicrobial, anthelmintic or an antineoplastic in
curing a disease or condition. Open Defecation increases the chances of contracting multiple drug-resistant strains of faecal bacteria.