18 Questions
What is the commonest pathogenic organism isolated in UTIs?
E.coli
Which type of media is commonly used in laboratories for the detection of urinary tract infections?
MacConkey agar
What concentration of colony forming units (CFU) per milliliter is typically required to confirm a UTI in adult women?
$100,000$ CFU/mL
What is the most common pathogen causing urinary tract infections in adults?
Escherichia coli
For clean catch samples in adults, what level of CFU/milliliter usually indicates infection?
$100,000$ CFU/mL
Which statement about chromogenic culture media is true?
They produce color changes based on bacterial metabolism
In men, what level of pathogen growth per milliliter of urine is considered a sign of urinary tract infection?
$1,000$ CFU/mL
In the management of urinary tract infections, what is the primary action of nitrofurantoin?
Disruption of nucleic acid synthesis
What factor is NOT mentioned as bearing significant risk for recurrent UTIs?
Exercise habits
Which age group is most affected by the burden of urinary tract infections?
Adults over 65 years old
What is the typical range of bacterial growth required to confirm a UTI according to laboratory guidelines?
$100,000 - 200,000$ CFU/mL
What is a concerning consequence of recurrent urinary tract infections if left untreated?
Chronic kidney disease
What is the chromogenic culture media used for?
To test for urinary tract infection pathogens
Which of the following is NOT discussed in the text as a treatment option for urinary tract infections?
Antiviral medications
What characterizes the burden of urinary tract infections according to the text?
High economic cost and significant public health concern
Which of the following factors was NOT associated with an increased risk of urinary tract infections according to a study mentioned in the text?
Consumption of citrus fruits
In terms of epidemiology, what is emphasized in relation to urinary tract infections?
Prevalence varying across different populations
What is a primary limitation of urine dipstick testing mentioned in the text?
Inability to detect specific pathogens
Explore the risk factors and common pathogenic organisms associated with recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). Learn about the concentration levels and prevalent organisms according to NHS guidelines.
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