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Klebsiella Pneumoniae Infections Quiz

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What is the primary mode of transmission for Klebsiella pneumoniae infections?

Waterborne transmission

Nosocomial (hospital-acquired) transmission (correct)

Zoonotic transmission from animals

Foodborne transmission

Which of the following is a key virulence factor of Klebsiella pneumoniae?

Photosynthetic pigments

Spore formation

Thick polysaccharide capsule (correct)

Flagella for motility

What type of infection is Klebsiella pneumoniae commonly associated with in the hospital setting?

Bloodstream infections

Skin and soft tissue infections

Meningitis

Urinary tract infections (correct)

What is the significance of Klebsiella pneumoniae's ability to ferment lactose?

It is used to identify the bacteria on MacConkey agar. Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment option is typically used for multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae infections?

Carbapenems Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'currant jelly-like sputum' represent in the context of Klebsiella pneumoniae infection?

A common symptom of pneumonia caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'three A's' associated with Klebsiella pneumoniae's 'spiky tail'?

They represent the three patient populations at high risk for Klebsiella pneumoniae infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Klebsiella pneumoniae being 'immotile' (represented by the jelly sticking it to the table)?

It indicates Klebsiella pneumoniae's inability to move independently Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'ammonia (NH3) spray bottle' represent in the context of Klebsiella pneumoniae?

A byproduct of Klebsiella pneumoniae's metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'cavitary lesion on the patient's right lung lobe' represent?

A common radiological finding in Klebsiella pneumoniae pneumonia Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'thick shell-like scales' represent in the context of Klebsiella pneumoniae?

A virulence factor that aids in adherence to host cells Signup and view all the answers