Critique on Koch's Postulates Quiz
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Which of the following statements is not a correct critique on the Koch’s postulates?

  • Pathogenic bacteria like N. gonorrhoea are not amenable to the third postulate
  • Pathogenic bacteria like S. typhi may not conform to the first postulate
  • Pathogens like M. leprae, T. palladium, and viruses are not amenable to the second postulate
  • None of the above (correct)
  • The consequences of prolonged use of broad-spectrum antibiotics include all, except____

  • Destruction of the normal flora and predisposition to invasion by pathogenic ones
  • Selection of resistant strains and microflora imbalance disease.
  • Development of immunity or resistance to infection for prolonged period (correct)
  • only a and b
  • Where in the human body are normal flora commonly found?

  • Skin, eyes, upper respiratory, gastrointestinal tracts, & urogenital tracts (correct)
  • Blood and cerebrospinal fluid
  • Liver and kidneys
  • Muscles and bones
  • Why is the stomach a relatively low-density area for bacteria?

    <p>Due to gastric enzymes and acidic pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Part of the human normal microflora that occupies the nasopharynx and often involved in opportunistic acute bacterial pneumonia in elderly and immune compromised is __

    <p>Streptococcus pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the nasopharyngeal flora that is commonly associated with African epidemic meningitis is __

    <p>Neisseria meningitidis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The beneficial role of the normal microbial flora includes___

    <p>a and b</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is part of the normal flora of the colon and the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The adult human vagina owes the protective low pH conferred to it by ______

    <p>Lactobacillus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a challenge posed by normal flora during the isolation and identification of pathogens from clinical specimens?

    <p>Interference with the growth of pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Critique of Koch's Postulates

    • One of the limitations of Koch's postulates is not considered a correct critique.

    Consequences of Prolonged Antibiotic Use

    • Prolonged use of broad-spectrum antibiotics can lead to various consequences, excluding ___________.

    Normal Flora in Human Body

    • Normal flora are commonly found in areas such as the skin, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, and genitourinary tract.

    Low Bacterial Density in Stomach

    • The stomach has a relatively low density of bacteria due to its acidic environment.

    Nasopharyngeal Flora

    • The part of the normal microflora that occupies the nasopharynx and is often involved in opportunistic acute bacterial pneumonia in elderly and immune-compromised individuals is Streptococcus pneumoniae.

    Association with African Epidemic Meningitis

    • The part of the nasopharyngeal flora commonly associated with African epidemic meningitis is Neisseria meningitidis.

    Benefits of Normal Microbial Flora

    • The beneficial role of the normal microbial flora includes preventing colonization by pathogens, aiding in nutrient digestion and absorption, and regulating the immune system.

    Normal Flora of the Colon and UTIs

    • Escherichia coli (E. coli) is part of the normal flora of the colon and is also the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans.

    pH Regulation in the Vagina

    • The adult human vagina owes its protective low pH to the presence of Lactobacillus spp.

    Challenges of Normal Flora in Pathogen Identification

    • One of the challenges posed by normal flora during the isolation and identification of pathogens from clinical specimens is distinguishing between pathogenic and non-pathogenic microorganisms.

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