Which antibiotic are you?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  What's your favorite weekend activity?

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    find the nearest party
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    sleep for as long as possible
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    binge-watch Netflix
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    keep working... it never ends!
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    tidy up, this place is a mess!
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    weekend road-trip
• 2.
  There's a group project at work or school, what role do you take?

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    Take control and lead
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    Tend to follow but I'm a hard worker
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    Keep everyone on schedule
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    Depends on situation
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    Do it all myself
• 3.
  What would be your ideal vacation destination?

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    Staycation
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    Caribbean 
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    Africa
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    Europe
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    Asia
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    Australia
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    Arctic
• 4.
  What colour do you prefer?

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    Red
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    Green
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    Blue
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    Orange
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    Yellow
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    Purple
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    Brown
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    Black
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  What's your favourite mode of transportation?

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    Uber/Lyft
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    Public Transit
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    Car
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    Bicycle
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    Limousine 
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    Goat
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  How do you keep active?

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    Hang out at the gym
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    Jogging
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    Walking
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    I don't
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    I have kids!
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    Another sporty hobby
• 7.
  What's your favourite type of food?

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    Chinese
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    Japanese
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    French
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    Italian
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    Mexican
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    American
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  What would you prefer to do on a day at the beach?

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    Read a book
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    Sunbathe
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    Swim
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    Make sandcastles
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    Nap
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  How would others describe you?

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    Dark horse
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    Un-predictable
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    Intelligent
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    Party animal
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    Passionate
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    Sociable
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    Eccentric 
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    Calm and collected
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    Versatile
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    Reliable
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  Tell us about yourself. You are...

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    Healthcare professional (infectious disease)
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    Healthcare professional (non-infectious disease)
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    Student (healthcare)
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    Student (other)
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    General public

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Penicillin

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  You are penicillin! You have a wise old soul. You have a tendency to stay focused on your goal, but some people think you're a little narrow-minded. You would rather relax at home than have a wild night out on the town. You sometimes feel like you were not the same person you used to be many years ago, perhaps somewhat less effective. People tend to think they have sensitive reactions to you, but often it's them and not you. Did you know? Penicillin was discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1928. It was one of the first antibiotics discovered and regularly used in clinical practice. Unfortunately due to antibiotic resistance, penicillin is used less frequently than when originally introduced. True penicillin allergies are rare, accounting for less than 10% of reported reactions. By 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
• 2.
  Doxycycline

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  You are doxycycline! You are an under-rated talent who flies below the radar, and others often don’t see your true potential. You find that people either really like you or simply don't know you exist. You're on the quiet side and wish people would get to know you more. You tend to not be as physically active as others and often stay indoors to avoid too much sun. Did you know? Doxycycline is an antibiotic in the tetracycline class. It has activity against a range of bacteria and even some parasites. This drug has a very low risk of C. difficile infection. This drug is known to cause a skin reaction with prolonged exposure to the sun, so proper protection is required. By 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
• 3.
  Vancomycin

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  You are Vancomycin! Others are confident in your abilities, but you can sometimes be unpredictable. You usually perform best with some supervision and close monitoring. You need to get to know people slowly, otherwise they can react badly. Everyone seems to respond to you slightly differently, so you often need to individualize your approach when making new friends. Did you know? Vancomycin has activity against a wide range of gram-positive bacteria. It is administered intravenously except when used for C. difficile treatment when it can be used only orally. Vancomycin resistant Enterococci have become more prevalent in recent years and can lead to infections that are very difficult to treat. This is one of the reasons why it is important to only use vancomycin when absolutely necessary. By 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Meropenem

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  You are meropenem! You tend to be extroverted and love being out and about. But others don't always feel the same way and they sometimes wish you were a little more reserved. You're adventurous but sometimes overly assertive. You do your best work on projects where others have not succeeded. You're often the one others turn to when the going gets tough. Did you know? Meropenem is in the class of antibiotics called Carbapenems. These are very broad spectrum antibiotics often reserved for last line of treatment in many difficult to treat gram-negative infections. Unfortunately there are now bacteria called CRE (carbapenem resistant Enterobacteriaceae) resistant to even meropenem, making these organisms very difficult to treat and often deadly. By 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Amoxicillin

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  You are amoxicillin! You are reliable and hard-working. Many people turn to you when they need help. But sometimes you wish they would try to resolve their problems without your assistance. You are good-natured and agreeable but tend to not get involved in “severe” situations. Did you know? Amoxicillin is an antibiotic given by mouth that is closely related to penicilllin. It is one of the most frequently used drugs in the community. It has good activity against Streptococcus pneumoniae which is a common cause of pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections such as middle ear infections. However, just like other antibiotics, amoxicillin can be overused. For example, antibiotics are generally not needed for bronchitis and sore throat that is not caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Clindamycin

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  You are clindamycin! You have a versatile set of skills. You’re assertive and not afraid to share your opinion. This can sometimes make others uncomfortable, leaving them in distress. You aren’t usually the first one to get selected to do a job, but can come in handy when others just can’t cut it. Did you know? Clindamycin is an antibiotic available in both oral and intravenous forms. It can be used for infections caused by gram-positive bacteria and some anaerobic organisms (those that live without oxygen). A commonly known side effect of clindamycin is diarrhea, including the sometimes fatal infection caused by C. difficile. Clindamycin is often used in patients who cannot receive a penicillin-type antibiotic because of severe allergies. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Fosfomycin

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  You are fosfomycin! You are self-disciplined, tidy and organized. When you are a visitor you are respectful and leave things untouched. You tend to keep to yourself to the point that you’ll occasionally “go into hiding”. You are often perceived as unique, so sometimes people don’t understand you and your skills, but when they do, others can find you very helpful. Did you know? Fosfomycin is an oral antibiotic that can be used to treat bladder infections. It was first available in Canada in 1997 but discontinued due to lack of use. With the need for additional treatment options for urinary tract infections, it came back on the market many years later. It is a single dose treatment which is convenient to use, but is still not recommended as a first-line option. However, it may be a good choice for infections caused by resistant organisms that other oral antibiotics don’t work against. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that there will be more deaths due to antibiotic resistant infection than those caused by cancer and diabetes combined! Using antibiotics wisely, only when needed at the right dose and duration can help to reduce the risk of this huge public health threat!
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  Azithromycin

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  You are azithromycin! You are curious and eccentric, some would say “atypical”. You enjoy being the center of attention but feel that lately you are not quite as popular as in the past. But you have lasting effects for those near to you. You have an affectionate and charismatic nature that can make others hearts “skip a beat”. Did you know? Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It is often used for respiratory infections, but given dwindling activity against Streptococcus pneumoniae, it has fallen out of favor for being used alone for community-acquired infections. Azithromycin does have adequate activity against many “atypical” bacteria such as Legionella and Mycoplasma species. A notable potential side effect is azithromycin’s potential to cause arrhythmia in the heart, so it should be used with caution in those with heart problems. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Cefazolin

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  You are cefazolin! You are a social butterfly, down-to-earth and able to interact with all types of people and make long-standing relationships. In fact, many of your friends consider you to be one of their best, probably because you are so easy-going and don’t cause any drama. A “jack of all trades”, you are skilled at a wide variety of activities and you are known to be a hard-worker. As much as people rely on you, some people over look you, preferring to reach out to more boisterous, less tactful individuals. One thing you don’t like, which is not commonly known: you can feel overwhelmed in large groups or crowds, and do better after the crowds have dispersed. You think your name is pretty straightforward but are surprised when people occasionally mispronounce it. Did you know? Cefazolin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is considered the drug of choice for one of the most common bacteria causing a wide range of infections, Staphylococcus aureus. It has very few side effects and is generally well-tolerated, which is fortunate as cefazolin is often used for long periods of time in serious Staphylococcal infections, or in large groups of people, such as those in need of pre-operative surgical prophylaxis. One limitation is when infections involve a lot of bacteria, an “inoculum effect” can occur where cefazolin may be overwhelmed with the number of bacteria to kill. Available only in intravenous form, the oral version with a matching spectrum of activity is cephalexin. Cefazolin is a distant relative of penicillin, so some prescribers will unnecessarily avoid it in penicillin allergic patients. Cefazolin doesn't work against MRSA, a resistant bacteria that is becoming increasingly common in many areas. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat.
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  Moxifloxacin

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  You are moxifloxacin! You are a passionate, talented person who takes your job seriously. Hard work is in your DNA. A natural leader with strong convictions, but sometimes you let problematic matters make your heart race or go to your head. When something bothers you, you often feel the need to voice your concern and get it off your chest. When you start a project, you can be relied upon to finish it. However, you have a tendency to strive for perfection, and sometimes friends or colleagues around you wish you could let things go. Did you know? Moxifloxacin is in the class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones which inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis. Primarily used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections, it is a broad-spectrum antibiotic with activity against gram-positive, gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria, and even mycobacteria. Moxifloxacin has important potential side effects such as cardiac arrhythmias, mental status changes and tendonitis, for which it is advised to limit its use to certain low risk populations. Available in both intravenous and an oral form that is excellently absorbed from the stomach, moxifloxacin gets into nearly every organ in the body, except for the kidneys and urine. This lack of urinary excretion makes it a poor option for urinary tract infections. Without action, by 2050 it is estimated that deaths due to antibiotic resistance will be greater than deaths due to cancer and road traffic accidents combined! Using antibiotics only when needed, at the right dose and duration can help reduce this major public health threat. Click here to learn more.