When would it be appropriate for an institution to routinely test group C agents?
A) For urinary tract infections
B) If a particular institution routinely encounters large numbers of isolates resistant to group A and group B agents
C) For blood cultures
D) If a particular institution routinely encounters large numbers of isolates susceptible to group A and group B agents

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Routine testing for group C agents would be appropriate if an institution routinely encounters large numbers of isolates resistant to group A and group B agents. Group C agents are often used as alternative therapies in cases where resistance to group A and B agents is present.

When Would It Be Appropriate for an Institution to Routinely