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Which type of microorganism is typically considered a permanent resident of the skin?
Which type of microorganism is typically considered a permanent resident of the skin?
What is required for resident microorganisms to be effectively removed from deep skin layers?
What is required for resident microorganisms to be effectively removed from deep skin layers?
Which of the following is true about transient microorganisms?
Which of the following is true about transient microorganisms?
What characteristic is necessary for a microorganism to cause disease?
What characteristic is necessary for a microorganism to cause disease?
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Which of the following is an example of a transient microorganism found on the skin?
Which of the following is an example of a transient microorganism found on the skin?
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What factor does NOT affect the potential for microorganisms to cause disease?
What factor does NOT affect the potential for microorganisms to cause disease?
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Which of these options is not a characteristic of resident microorganisms?
Which of these options is not a characteristic of resident microorganisms?
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In order for microorganisms to cause disease, they must be able to possess which of the following?
In order for microorganisms to cause disease, they must be able to possess which of the following?
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Study Notes
Infectious Agents
- Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
- Resident microorganisms inhabit the skin permanently and multiply without causing harm; they resist removal by plain handwashing and require antimicrobial products for elimination.
- Example of a resident microorganism: Staphylococcus aureus.
- Transient microorganisms attach to the skin through contact with other individuals or contaminated objects, like bedpans or dressings.
- Examples of transient microorganisms: Escherichia coli (commonly found in the bowel) can adhere to the skin from contact.
- Transient microorganisms are easier to remove through proper handwashing or hygiene practices.
- Disease potential depends on:
- The quantity of microorganisms present.
- Virulence, or the microorganism's capability to cause disease.
- The microorganism's ability to enter and survive within the host.
- The host's susceptibility to infections.
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Description
Explore the different types of microorganisms, including resident and transient forms, and understand their roles in health and disease. The quiz highlights key characteristics and examples, such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, as well as the factors that influence disease potential.
