Bacterial Infection and Spread Quiz

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What is the primary difference between septicaemia and pyaemia?

  • Presence of large numbers of virulent microorganisms
  • Production of severe constitutional manifestations
  • Circulation of septic emboli in the blood
  • Localization of microorganisms in the blood (correct)

Which causative agent is specifically associated with acute osteomyelitis?

  • Streptococcus pneumoniae
  • T.B. bacilli
  • Strept. Haemolyticus
  • Staphylococcus aureus (correct)

What is the primary method of infection for primary tuberculosis (childhood type)?

  • Inhalation (correct)
  • Ingestion
  • Direct contact
  • Blood transfusion

What is a characteristic reaction of the body against bacilli in secondary pulmonary tuberculosis?

<p>Exudative reaction in solid organs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which site is more commonly affected in secondary pulmonary tuberculosis?

<p>Apical or subapical lung (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Bacteraemia differ from Toxaemia?

<p>Bacteraemia involves circulation of bacteria, while Toxaemia involves circulation of bacterial toxins. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main method of spread of infection mentioned in the text?

<p>Local (direct) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of Toxaemia mentioned in the text?

<p>Acute Toxaemia and Chronic Toxaemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the sources of Bacteria in Bacteraemia?

<p>Endogenous: Commensals and Septic foci. Exogenous: Early stages of certain diseases. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of a large dose of bacteria in Bacteraemia according to the text?

<p>The bacteria may be lodged in already diseased tissue. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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