Gram-Positive Bacteria Classification
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What is the main characteristic of γ-Hemolytic streptococci?

  • They cause no color change or lysis of red blood cells. (correct)
  • They are primarily found in the gastrointestinal tract.
  • They have the ability to invade skin.
  • They completely lyse red blood cells.

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

  • Groups A and D
  • Groups E and F
  • Groups B and C
  • Groups A and B (correct)

Which type of bacteria is classified as gram-positive cocci?

  • Bacillus
  • Escherichia coli
  • Clostridium
  • Streptococcus (correct)

What distinguishes β-Hemolytic streptococci on blood agar?

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Which is a notable complication of S.pyogenes infection?

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Where is S.agalactiae commonly found in carriers?

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Which of the following forms a spore-forming bacillus?

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What color change is associated with α-Hemolytic streptococci on blood agar?

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What is the most common disease caused by S.pneumoniae?

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Which of the following is not a classification criterion for medically important bacteria?

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Which species are the most clinically important enterococci?

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What role do viridans streptococci play in human health?

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In scientific nomenclature, how should the genus and species be formatted?

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What is the transmission method of S.agalactiae from mother to infant?

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Which category do Staphylococci belong to?

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Which of the following is classified as a gram-positive, non-spore-forming rod?

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What condition can arise in patients with abnormal or damaged heart valves during bacteremia?

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Which type of antibiotic is recommended as prophylaxis for at-risk patients before dental procedures?

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What is vegetation in the context of bacterial endocarditis?

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Which Staphylococcus species is known for causing infections related to prosthetic implants?

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What is the most virulent species of Staphylococcus that is a common cause of bacterial infections?

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What is a common condition caused by Staphylococcus saprophyticus?

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Which group of staphylococci are significant agents of hospital-acquired infections?

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What complication is associated with the use of implanted prosthetic devices and catheters?

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What is the primary disease associated with Corynebacterium diphtheriae?

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Which listeria species is primarily responsible for septicemia and meningitis?

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What is the most common form of anthrax as reported?

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Pulmonary anthrax is primarily caused by what mechanism?

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What serious condition does Clostridium perfringens cause?

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Which Clostridium species is linked to antibiotic-associated diarrhea?

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What is the overall mortality rate for untreated cutaneous anthrax?

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What distinguishes the gram-positive rods Clostridia from other bacteria?

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What type of paralysis is caused by the neurotoxin produced by Clostridium botulinum?

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Which of the following diseases is associated with Clostridium perfringens?

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What is a common complication of antimicrobial drug treatment?

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What factor contributes to the rarity of tetanus in developed countries?

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What is the lethal dose of botulinum toxin for a human?

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Where is Clostridium perfringens known to be part of the normal flora?

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What type of organism is Clostridium tetani?

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Which strain of Clostridium is associated with food poisoning?

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Gram-positive cocci

Gram-positive bacteria that have a spherical shape.

Gram-positive rods

Gram-positive bacteria that have a rod shape.

α-hemolytic streptococci

A type of streptococci that causes a chemical change in blood, producing a green ring around colonies on blood agar.

β-hemolytic streptococci

A type of streptococci that causes complete breakdown of blood cells, creating clear rings around colonies on blood agar.

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Gram-positive bacteria

Bacteria that retain the crystal violet stain in a Gram stain procedure.

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Blood agar

A laboratory medium used to cultivate bacteria and observe hemolytic activity by the bacteria.

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Hemolysis

The breakdown of red blood cells, visible on blood agar as clear or coloured zones.

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Gram stain

A method to differentiate bacteria based on their cell wall structure.

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γ-Hemolytic strep

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

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Lancefield grouping

A classification system for streptococci based on the type of carbohydrate in their cell wall.

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Group A β-hemolytic strep

A type of streptococci, including S. pyogenes, that causes complete lysis of red blood cells and is responsible for a wide range of infections.

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S. pyogenes

A common human bacterial pathogen that causes a variety of infections, including strep throat and scarlet fever.

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Group B β-hemolytic strep

A type of streptococci, including S. agalactiae, that can cause infections in newborns and adults.

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S. agalactiae

A bacterium that can colonize the vaginal and GI tracts of adults and can cause infections in newborns.

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S. pneumoniae

A bacterium responsible for pneumonia, ear infections, meningitis, and bacteremia.

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Enterococci

A group of bacteria that can cause infections in various parts of the body.

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Subacute bacterial endocarditis

An infection of the heart valves caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream, often occurring in patients with pre-existing valve damage.

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Prophylactic penicillin

Antibiotic treatment given to prevent an infection, specifically used to protect at-risk patients with heart valve problems from developing endocarditis during dental procedures.

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Staphylococcus aureus

A highly virulent bacterium responsible for various infections, including skin infections, food poisoning, and toxic shock syndrome.

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Staphylococcus epidermidis

A less virulent staphylococcus known for causing infections related to implanted devices, such as artificial joints or catheters.

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Staphylococcus saprophyticus

A less virulent staphylococcus commonly associated with urinary tract infections, particularly cystitis in women.

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Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CNS)

A group of staphylococcal species, including S. epidermidis and S. saprophyticus, that do not produce coagulase. They are commonly found in hospitals and associated with infections linked to implanted medical devices.

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Vegetation

A tissue outgrowth found on diseased heart valves consisting of fibrin, bacteria, and aggregated blood platelets. It's a characteristic feature of endocarditis.

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What type of infections are most commonly associated with coagulase-negative staphylococci (CNS)?

Coagulase-negative staphylococci are typically associated with hospital-acquired infections, particularly those related to the use of implanted prosthetic devices and catheters.

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C. perfringens

A bacterium that causes anaerobic cellulitis and myonecrosis (gas gangrene). It's also responsible for a common type of food poisoning.

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Corynebacterium diphtheriae

A bacterium responsible for diphtheria, an acute respiratory or cutaneous disease that can be life-threatening. It causes a thick, gray membrane in the throat, making breathing difficult. Diphtheria is preventable with vaccination.

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Botulism

A rare but serious illness caused by the neurotoxin produced by C. botulinum. It results in a flaccid paralysis.

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Listeria species

Slender, short, gram-positive rods that do not form spores. L. monocytogenes is a common species that can cause listeriosis, a serious foodborne illness often associated with contaminated dairy products.

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Bacillus anthracis

An aerobic, spore-forming rod that causes anthrax, a zoonotic disease that can be fatal. Anthrax occurs in three forms: cutaneous, pulmonary (woolsorter's disease), and gastrointestinal.

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C. botulinum

A bacterium that produces the potent neurotoxin botulinum toxin, causing botulism. It can be transmitted through food, wounds, or in infants.

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Cutaneous anthrax

The most common form of anthrax, characterized by a painless, black pustule (malignant pustule) that forms after exposure to the bacteria. It can become severe and even deadly.

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Tetanus

A disease caused by the neurotoxin produced by C. tetani. It leads to spastic paralysis.

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Pulmonary anthrax (Woolsorter's disease)

A dangerous form of anthrax, caused by inhaling spores. It affects the lungs and can be fatal if not treated promptly. Woolsorter's disease is a historical name.

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C. tetani

A bacterium that produces the powerful neurotoxin responsible for tetanus, a serious neurologic disease.

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Clostridia

A diverse group of anaerobic, gram-positive rods. Some species, like C. perfringens, C. difficile, C. tetani, and C. botulinum, cause serious diseases.

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Pseudomembranous colitis (PMC)

A severe complication of antimicrobial drug treatment characterized by inflammation and a pseudomembrane in the colon, leading to diarrhea.

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C. difficile

A bacterium that can cause pseudomembranous colitis, a serious condition that can arise during antibiotic therapy.

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C. perfringens

A common species of Clostridia that causes gas gangrene (myonecrosis) and food poisoning. It produces toxins that damage tissue and cause gas accumulation in the body.

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Anaerobic

Describing a process or organism that doesn't require oxygen to survive.

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C. difficile

A species of Clostridia that causes pseudomembranous colitis, a serious intestinal infection often associated with antibiotic use. It produces toxins that damage the colon.

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Study Notes

Gram-Positive Bacteria

  • Gram-positive bacteria are a type of bacteria distinguished by their staining characteristics when using Gram staining.
  • The current classifications of bacteria center on their morphology and biochemical characteristics.
  • Only medically important bacteria are included in these classifications.

Scientific Nomenclature of Bacteria

  • Scientific names for bacteria include family, genus, and species (with variety or subspecies if present).
  • Scientific names are italicized.
  • The family and genus names start with capital letters.
  • Kingdom, phylum, class, order, and suborder names also start with capital letters, but these broader classifications are not italicized.
  • Examples of binary nomenclature for bacteria include Salmonella enterica, Escherichia coli, and Staphylococcus aureus.

Gram-Positive Bacteria: Morphology and Classification

  • Gram-positive bacteria are further categorized into cocci (spherical) or rods (cylindrical).
  • Within these categories, bacteria can be spore-forming or non-spore-forming and various additional characteristics (e.g., nonfilamentous versus filamentous).
  • Examples include Staphylococci, Streptococci, Enterococci, Bacillus, Clostridium, Corynebacterium, and Listeria.

Gram-Positive Cocci: Streptococcus

  • Some species of Streptococcus are a-hemolytic (causing a green ring on blood agar).
  • Other species are β-hemolytic (causing a clear ring).
  • Streptococcus species are identified through their serological profiles (Lancefield groupings A-U).
  • Group A and B of β-hemolytic species are clinically important.
  • The bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes can cause streptococcal pharyngitis, scarlet fever, rheumatic fever, and acute glomerulonephritis.

Gram-Positive Cocci: Staphylococcus

  • Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most virulent species and causes a variety of infections.
  • Less virulent species, like Staphylococcus epidermidis, can infect prosthetic implants.
  • Staphylococcus aureus can cause skin infections (furuncles, carbuncles, impetigo), food poisoning, and toxic shock syndrome.

Gram-Positive Rods

  • Corynebacterium diphtheriae causes diphtheria, a potentially life-threatening respiratory disease.
  • The bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae can be identified by its unique morphology (shape).
  • Listeria monocytogenes: an important foodborne pathogen that can grow at refrigeration temperatures.
  • Listeria is a cause of septicemia and meningitis.

Spore-Forming Rods: Bacillus and Clostridium

  • Bacillus anthracis exists in three forms (cutaneous, inhalational, and intestinal).
  • Cutaneous anthrax causes a skin lesion and is relatively easy to treat.
  • Inhalation anthrax has a high mortality rate and requires urgent treatment.
  • Clostridium species can cause tetanus, gas gangrene, and botulism.
  • Clostridium perfringens, a common cause of food poisoning.
  • Clostridium tetani, results in tetanus (lockjaw) usually from infection in wounds.
  • Clostridium botulinum: produces a potent neurotoxin, is a rare but serious illness, and can be caused from food poisoning.

Filamentous Bacteria

  • The important filamentous species include Actinomyces and Nocardia.

Enterococci

  • Enterococcus faecalis and Enterococcus faecium are clinically significant types.
  • Enterococci are associated with the intestinal tract.

Viridans Streptococci

  • Streptococcus mutans and related species cause dental caries.
  • The viridans streptococcal species are part of the normal oral flora.
  • Risk patients with heart valve defects may become infected with viridans streptococci.

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