Part A
Which statement describes XDR-TB bacteria?
A. In the absence of antibiotics, they are often less able to replicate and infect other cells than nonresistant varieties.
B. They are less common now than they were at the early part of the 20th century.
C. They are more common in individuals who are consistent in taking all their prescribed drugs.
D. They can be eliminated and the patient cured by taking the patient off anti-tuberculosis drugs.
Answer (1)
XDR-TB bacteria are a highly resistant form of tuberculosis that can replicate and infect regardless of antibiotic presence. Accurate understanding of their behavior is crucial for effective treatment and public health. None of the provided statements accurately describe XDR-TB bacteria. ;
