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What is the primary function of adhesins produced by certain bacteria in the urinary tract?
What is the primary function of adhesins produced by certain bacteria in the urinary tract?
- To prevent the elimination of bacteria in voided urine (correct)
- To enhance the mucoid appearance of isolated colonies
- To stimulate an inflammatory response by lysing erythrocytes
- To degrade the cells lining the bladder and upper urinary tract
What is the characteristic feature of Klebsiella colonies?
What is the characteristic feature of Klebsiella colonies?
- They are resistant to all β-lactam antibiotics
- They have a prominent capsule (correct)
- They produce large quantities of urease
- They lyse erythrocytes and stimulate an inflammatory response
What is the result of P.mirabilis producing large quantities of urease in the urinary tract?
What is the result of P.mirabilis producing large quantities of urease in the urinary tract?
- The inhibition of cytokine release
- The stimulation of an inflammatory response
- The formation of renal stones (correct)
- The reduction of urine pH
What is the purpose of using selective media in the culture of Enterobacteriaceae?
What is the purpose of using selective media in the culture of Enterobacteriaceae?
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What is the concern with the use of carbapenems in the treatment of Enterobacteriaceae infections?
What is the concern with the use of carbapenems in the treatment of Enterobacteriaceae infections?
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