______________ is an enzyme that breaks down the antibiotic penicillin and is secreted only when penicillin is present in the body
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penicillinase: Penicillinase, an enzyme produced by certain bacterial strains such as Staphylococcus aureus, breaks down the B-lactam ring of the penicillin rendering it ineffective. To prevent this amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) is used.
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A) Recipients go to a massage clinic for appointments B) Massage therapists go to where the people are and set up a massage station C) Massage is given to patients in hospital rooms D) Massage is given to specific sites on the body
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_______ weakens the immune system.
a. smoking b. alcohol c. poor nutrition d. AIDS (HIV) e. all of the above
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