In selecting an antibiotic, why might a provider prioritize A bacteriacidal drug over a bacteriostatic one?
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- Bactericidal drugs kill bacteria directly. - Bacteriostatic drugs inhibit bacterial growth, relying on the immune system to eliminate the bacteria. Show more…
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