The child shown in the figure below is not feeling well.Why does the poster say "No Antibiotics Please"?
A) His illness may be caused by an allergy to penicillin.
B) Antibiotics should be taken only to promote growth.
C) His illness is caused by bacteria.
D) His illness is caused by a virus.

Question

The child shown in the figure below is not feeling well.Why does the poster say "No Antibiotics Please"? 
A) His illness may be caused by an allergy to penicillin. 
B) Antibiotics should be taken only to promote growth. 
C) His illness is caused by bacteria. 
D) His illness is caused by a virus.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The poster says "No Antibiotics Please" because the child's illness is caused by a virus. Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections and are ineffective against viruses. It is important to avoid unnecessary or inappropriate use of antibiotics to prevent the development of antibiotic resistance.

The Child Shown in the Figure Below Is Not Feeling