Gram-Positive Bacteria Classification
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What characterizes γ-hemolytic streptococci?

  • They cause no color change or lysis of red blood cells. (correct)
  • They are only found in the oral cavity.
  • They cause complete lysis of red blood cells.
  • They cause partial color change in blood agar.

Which group of β-hemolytic streptococci is clinically most important?

  • Group A and C
  • Group A and E
  • Group A and B (correct)
  • Group B and D

Which streptococcus is recognized as the most clinically significant member of Group A?

  • S.pyogenes (correct)
  • S.mutans
  • S.agalactiae
  • S.pneumoniae

How is Group B streptococci (S.agalactiae) commonly transmitted to infants?

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What is a common result of infection with S.pyogenes?

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What describes the shape and arrangement of S.pneumoniae?

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Which species are considered the most important enterococci?

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What role do viridans streptococci play in human health?

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What characterizes α-Hemolytic streptococci in blood agar?

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Which of the following statements is true about Gram-positive bacteria?

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In the scientific nomenclature of bacteria, how should family and genus names be formatted?

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Which of the following bacteria is an example of a spore-forming rod?

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What is the primary basis for the current classification of medically important bacteria?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of Gram-positive bacilli?

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What type of organisms are included in the classification of Gram-positive cocci?

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Which of the following characteristics distinguishes β-Hemolytic streptococci in blood agar?

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What is the primary disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae?

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Which of the following is a major clinical significance of Clostridium perfringens?

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Which Clostridium species is responsible for causing pseudomembranous colitis?

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What is the characteristic feature of pulmonary anthrax?

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What type of products are commonly associated with Listeria species as a foodborne pathogen?

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Which of the following has the highest untreated mortality rate?

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Which condition is NOT associated with Clostridium species?

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What is the common clinical presentation when spores of Bacillus anthracis are introduced into the skin?

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What condition can arise from bacteria infecting abnormal or damaged heart valves?

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Which patients should receive prophylactic penicillin before dental procedures?

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What is vegetation in the context of bacterial endocarditis?

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Which species of Staphylococcus is most commonly associated with food poisoning?

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What is Staphylococcus epidermidis primarily associated with?

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What type of infections are coagulase-negative staphylococci frequently linked to?

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What type of infection is Staphylococcus saprophyticus primarily associated with?

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Which characteristic best describes Staphylococcus aureus?

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What is the primary condition caused by Clostridium perfringens when introduced into tissues?

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Which characteristic is NOT associated with Clostridium botulinum?

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Which method is NOT needed for Clostridium botulinum to cause botulism?

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What symptoms are associated with the neurotoxin produced by Clostridium tetani?

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What is the main transmission method for Clostridium tetani to cause tetanus in humans?

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Which of the following is a common complication of antimicrobial drug treatment?

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Which feature differentiates Clostridium botulinum from Clostridium perfringens?

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What is the function of the neurotoxin produced by Clostridium tetani?

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Gram-positive bacteria

A group of bacteria characterized by a thick peptidoglycan layer in their cell walls, which retains a crystal violet stain during the Gram stain process.

Gram-positive cocci

Gram-positive bacteria that are spherical in shape.

Spore-forming rods

Gram-positive bacteria that are rod-shaped and can create dormant structures (spores) when conditions are unfavorable for growth.

Non-spore-forming rods

Gram-positive bacteria that are rod-shaped but do not form spores.

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Alpha-hemolytic streptococci

Streptococci that create a green ring surrounding bacterial colonies on blood agar, indicating a chemical change in hemoglobin.

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Beta-hemolytic streptococci

Streptococci that create a clear ring around bacterial colonies on blood agar, reflecting complete lysis (breakdown) of red blood cells.

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Bacterial Classification

The systematic grouping of bacteria based on morphology (shape) and biochemical characteristics.

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Scientific nomenclature of bacteria

Using an internationally recognized system to name and classify microorganisms. Italicize family, genus, species, and variety/subspecies. Capitalize the first letter of the family and genus. Capitalize kingdom, phylum, class, order, and suborder.

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γ-Hemolytic Streptococci

Streptococci that don't change the color of blood agar and don't break down red blood cells.

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Lancefield Grouping

A system for classifying streptococci based on polysaccharide antigens in their cell walls. It's particularly important for β-hemolytic streptococci.

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Group A β-Hemolytic Streptococci

Streptococci that are part of the Lancefield Group A and cause complete lysis of red blood cells on blood agar.

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S.pyogenes

The most common and clinically important member of Group A β-hemolytic streptococci. It causes a wide range of infections, including skin and throat infections.

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Group B β-Hemolytic Streptococci

Streptococci that are part of the Lancefield Group B and cause complete lysis of red blood cells on blood agar. They can cause serious infections in newborns.

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S.agalactiae

The most common member of Group B β-hemolytic streptococci. It's found in the vaginal, urethral, and gastrointestinal tracts.

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S. pneumoniae

A gram-positive bacterium that causes a variety of infections like pneumonia, otitis media, and meningitis.

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Enterococci

A group of bacteria that can be γ, β, or non-hemolytic. Important species include E. faecalis and E. faecium.

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Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis

An inflammation of the heart's inner lining (endocardium) caused by bacteria that infect damaged or abnormal heart valves.

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Prophylactic Penicillin

Antibiotic treatment given to prevent infection before procedures, particularly in patients with vulnerable heart valves.

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Vegetation (Endocarditis)

A tissue growth that forms on a damaged heart valve, composed of fibrin, bacteria, and blood components.

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Staphylococcus aureus

A type of bacteria known for causing various infections, including skin infections, food poisoning, and toxic shock syndrome.

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Staphylococcus epidermidis

A less virulent type of staphylococcus commonly associated with infections related to medical implants and prosthetic devices.

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Staphylococcus saprophyticus

A less virulent staphylococcus that primarily causes urinary tract infections, especially in women.

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Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci (CNS)

A group of staphylococcal species that generally lack the coagulase enzyme, often associated with hospital-acquired infections, particularly related to implants and catheters.

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Cystitis

Inflammation of the bladder, often caused by bacterial infections.

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C. perfringens

A ubiquitous, rod-shaped, gram-positive bacterium that can cause gas gangrene and food poisoning.

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C. perfringens's Spores

Dormant forms of C. perfringens that are resistant to harsh environments, found in soil.

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C. botulinum

A bacterium that produces the highly toxic botulinum toxin, causing botulism, a rare but life-threatening neuroparalytic disease.

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Botulism

A severe neuroparalytic disease caused by the botulinum toxin produced by C. botulinum.

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C. tetani

A bacterium that produces a powerful neurotoxin causing tetanus, a spastic paralysis disease.

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Tetanus

A disease caused by C. tetani, characterized by muscle spasms and stiffness, often in the jaw muscles.

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Pseudomembranous Colitis

A serious intestinal condition caused by C. difficile, often a complication of antimicrobial therapy.

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C. difficile

A bacterium that can cause diarrhea and pseudomembranous colitis, often after antibiotic use.

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Corynebacterium diphtheriae

A gram-positive rod that causes diphtheria, a serious respiratory or skin infection that can be fatal.

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Listeria monocytogenes

A gram-positive rod that can cause serious infections like septicemia and meningitis, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems or pregnant women.

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What causes anthrax?

Anthrax is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, which is a spore-forming gram-positive rod.

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What are the symptoms of cutaneous anthrax?

Cutaneous anthrax begins as a painless black sore that forms on the skin after exposure to bacteria or spores. It can spread to lymph nodes and the bloodstream, leading to potentially fatal septicemia.

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What is pulmonary anthrax?

Pulmonary anthrax, also known as "woolsorter's disease", is a serious respiratory infection caused by inhaling spores of Bacillus anthracis. It can lead to severe inflammation of the lymph nodes and has a high mortality rate if left untreated.

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What are Clostridia?

Clostridia are a group of anaerobic gram-positive rods that can cause various serious diseases, including tetanus, botulism, gas gangrene, and diarrhea. They are responsible for tissue destruction and are often associated with infections in wounds or compromised tissues.

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Study Notes

Gram-Positive Bacteria

  • Gram-positive bacteria are classified primarily on morphological and biochemical characteristics.
  • Only medically important organisms are included.
  • Scientific names are italicized (family, genus, species, varieties).
  • Family and genus names start with a capital letter.
  • Kingdom, phylum, class, order, and suborder also begin with capital letters.

Classification

  • Bacteria are typically classified as cocci or rods, based on their shape by appearance.
    • Cocci: spherical bacteria
    • Rods: cylindrical bacteria
  • Bacteria can be spore-forming or non-spore-forming.
    • Spore-forming: Bacillus, Clostridium
    • Non-spore-forming: Staphylococci, Streptococci, Enterococci

Gram-Positive Cocci

  • Streptococcus
    • a-hemolytic: green, partial hemolysis
      • Pneumoniae (optochin sensitive, bile soluble, capsule)
      • Viridans (mutans, sanguis; optochin resistant, not bile soluble, no capsule)
    • β-hemolytic Streptococcus: clear, complete hemolysis
      • Pyogenes
      • A-groups (important clinically, causes pharyngitis, rheumatic fever, etc)
      • B-groups (S. agalactiae, vaginocervical tract of female carriers)
    • γ-hemolytic: no color change or lysis
  • Staphylococcus
    • aureus: highly virulent, common infections, food poisoning, TSS
    • epidermidis, saprophyticus: less virulent, prosthetic implant infections, urinary tract infections

Gram-Positive Rods

  • Corynebacterium diphtheriae: acute respiratory or cutaneous disease, potentially life-threatening, rare with vaccination
  • Listeria species: slender, short, gram-positive rods, do not form spores, foodborne (dairy products), cause septicemia and meningitis
  • Bacillus anthracis: aerobic, spore-forming rods
    • Cutaneous anthrax
    • Pulmonary anthrax
  • Clostridium species: anaerobic, spore-forming
    • C. perfringens: histotoxic (tissue-destructive), food poisoning, gas gangrene
    • C. botulinum: causes botulism (neurotoxin), flaccid paralysis, food poisoning
  • Actinomyces, Nocardia: filamentous

Additional Notes

  • Several bacteria can be identified using blood agar, based on how they affect red blood cells (a-hemolytic, β-hemolytic, γ-hemolytic).
  • Lancefield grouping scheme classifies streptococci based on polysaccharide antigens in their cell walls.
  • Gram staining is a differential staining technique used to distinguish between two large groups of bacteria based on their cell wall structure. Gram-positive bacteria appear purple, while gram-negative bacteria appear pink.

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