NABP Exam FPGEE Topic 7 Question 65 Discussion

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Question #: 65
Topic #: 7

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Mechanism of resistance of dicloxacillin is:

ADecreased drug uptake by bacteria

BMutations in M (matrix) protein

CBeta-lactamase

DPenicillin binding proteins (PBPs)

EAntibodies resulting from streptococcal infection

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by Merilyn at Jul 08, 2023, 01:42 PM

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2 days ago

Hmm, that makes sense too. Beta-lactamase can definitely break down dicloxacillin.

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3 days ago

I disagree, I believe it is because of beta-lactamase production by bacteria.

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4 days ago

I think the mechanism of resistance of dicloxacillin is due to mutations in M protein.

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