The term bactericidal means:

A) derived from molds
B) antibiotic
C) systemic
D) killing microbes

D) killing microbes
D) Bactericidal means "killing microbes." Systemic agents can be bactericidal or bacteriostatic. Facts to consider when selecting antibiotics for therapy in patients should include identification of their bactericidal versus bacteriostatic properties.

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