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 likely caused by a virus, which antibiotics cannot treat. Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections and should not be taken unnecessarily, as overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance.

The Child Shown in the Figure Below Is Not Feeling