12 Questions
Which of the following infectious diseases is caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
Necrotizing fasciitis
Which microorganism is associated with wound infections from dog and cat bites?
Pasteurella multocida and Capnocytophaga
Which infectious disease is caused by Streptococcus pyogenes?
Scarlet fever
Which microorganism is associated with diaper rash and thrush in immunocompromised patients?
Candida albicans
Which of the following infectious diseases is caused by Bartonella henselae?
Cat Scratch Fever
Which microorganism is responsible for causing athlete's foot and ringworm infections?
Dermatophytes (Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton)
Which of the following is NOT true about Streptococcus pyogenes?
It is an anaerobic organism
Which of the following pathogens is responsible for Cat Scratch Fever?
Bartonella henselae
Which of the following statements about Candida albicans is INCORRECT?
It is a Gram-negative yeast
Which of the following pathogens is characterized by anaerobic fermentation and production of gas and toxins?
Clostridium perfringens
Which of the following pathogens is transmitted via bites from dogs and cats?
Pasteurella multocida and Capnocytophaga
Which of the following statements about dermatophytes is CORRECT?
They grow in the keratinized outer layers of skin, nails, and hair
Test your knowledge by matching the microorganisms like Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Clostridium perfringens with the infectious diseases they cause. Identify the correct pairings to ace this quiz!
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