Many Physicians Administer Antibiotics to Patients at the First Sign

Multiple Choice

Many physicians administer antibiotics to patients at the first sign of any disease symptoms. Why can this practice cause more problems for these patients, and for others not yet infected?

A) The antibiotic administered may kill viruses that had been keeping the bacteria in check.
B) Antibiotics may cause other side effects in patients.
C) Overuse of antibiotics can select for antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.
D) Particular patients may be allergic to the antibiotic.
E) Antibiotics may interfere with the ability to identify the bacteria present.