Which of the following antibiotics is known for its broad-spectrum activity and

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following antibiotics is known for its broad-spectrum activity and is often used as a last resort for resistant infections?
  1. Vancomycin
  2. Ciprofloxacin
  3. Meropenem
  4. Amoxicillin

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following antibiotics is known for its broad-spectrum activity and is often used as a last resort for resistant infections?
  • Step 1: Understand what broad-spectrum antibiotics are. They can kill a wide range of bacteria.
  • Step 2: Learn that some antibiotics are used when other treatments don't work, known as 'last resort' antibiotics.
  • Step 3: Identify that Meropenem is a type of antibiotic called a carbapenem.
  • Step 4: Recognize that Meropenem is known for its broad-spectrum activity.
  • Step 5: Conclude that Meropenem is often used for infections that are resistant to other antibiotics.
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