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Klebsiella Bacteria

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Where do Klebsiella organisms occur?

Exclusively in the human respiratory tract
In soil, water, on plants, and in the human gastrointestinal tract (correct)
In extreme heat environments only
Primarily in icy conditions

Why is Klebsiella named after Edwin Klebs?

Because Edwin Klebs discovered a cure for Klebsiella infections
Because Edwin Klebs was a physician and bacteriologist (correct)
Because Edwin Klebs was a famous German scientist
Because Edwin Klebs was the first to isolate Klebsiella from soil

Are all strains of Klebsiella considered harmful to humans?

Yes, all strains are pathogenic
No, some strains are part of the normal human flora (correct)
No, all strains are highly toxic
Yes, but only if consumed in large quantities

Which family do Klebsiella bacteria belong to?

Enterobacteriaceae (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the microbiological classification of Klebsiella organisms?

Gram-negative, facultative anaerobic, nonmotile bacteria (D) Signup and view all the answers

How can Klebsiella bacteria cause pneumonia?

By entering the respiratory tract (B) Signup and view all the answers

In healthcare settings, how can Klebsiella bacteria be spread?

Via patient-to-patient contact (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which medical conditions may put patients at risk of Klebsiella infection?

Having intravenous catheters or wounds (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is Klebsiella NOT spread in healthcare settings?

Via air transmission (B) Signup and view all the answers

What factors may allow Klebsiella to enter the body and cause infection?

Being on ventilators or having intravenous catheters (D) Signup and view all the answers

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