1. Which of the following IS NOT a common mode of action for antibacterial drugs? a.) Inhibit cell wall biosynthesis b.) Disrupt membranes c.) Inhibit the production of melatonin d.) Inhibit nucleic acid synthesis 2. Give 2 reasons why an antimicrobial drug would be given (route of administration) via intravenous fluid. 3. A patient with an infection only caused by 1 bacteria would be best served by the prescription of: A. A narrow-spectrum antimicrobial B. A broad-spectrum antimicrobial C. A mixed-spectrum antimicrobial
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