Address the following criteria in your main response to this week’s discussion: Research and find an example of a bacteria that has developed antibiotic resistance. Then, address the following in your main discussion response: Describe your example, identify the pathogen that has developed resistance. How did this pathogen develop resistance to antibiotics? What is the result of this pathogen developing resistance? Name at least five things healthcare providers can do to prevent drug resistance. Feel free to include any interesting information you may have found in your research. Please robustly respond via video or text post and also comment on your colleague’s posts. Part two For this week’s assignment, you will: Review Chapter 11 in your textbook and address ONE of the following topics: Mechanisms of Antimicrobial Action: Describe the five mechanisms of action of antimicrobial agents. Characteristics of Antimicrobial Agents – Spectrum of Action: Describe the major characteristics of an ideal microbial drug. Characteristics of Antimicrobial Agents – Determination of Antibiotic Effectiveness: Explain the various tests used to determine the most effective antimicrobial against a specific organism. Characteristics of Antimicrobial Agents – Side Effects: Describe some of the most common side effects of the use of certain antimicrobial agents. Submit your discussion of the selected topic. Please remember to support your discussion with specific references.
