Medical Microbiology: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) - Part 1
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Medical Microbiology: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) - Part 1

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Which of the following is NOT a common route of urinary tract infection?

  • Hematogenous route through the bloodstream
  • Lymphatic route from adjacent organs
  • Ascending route from the urethra to the bladder and kidneys
  • Descending route from the kidneys to the bladder (correct)

    • Which of the following bacteria is NOT commonly associated with urinary tract infections?

  • Klebsiella
  • Streptococcus pyogenes (correct)
  • Escherichia coli
  • Proteus

    • Which of the following conditions is NOT mentioned as a risk factor for urinary tract infections?

  • Poor toilet habits (wiping back to front for women)
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (correct)
  • Disorders that suppress the immune system (diabetes and cancer chemotherapy)
  • Large uterus in pregnant women

    • Which of the following statements about the urinary tract is correct?

    <p>The urethra is the only part of the urinary tract with resident bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pathogens is NOT mentioned as a common cause of urinary tract infections through the hematogenous (bloodstream) route?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common bacterial pathogen responsible for urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about hospital-acquired urinary tract infections is correct?

    <p>They are most commonly associated with instrumentation (e.g., urinary catheterization, cystoscopy) in both sexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which specimen is typically collected for the diagnosis of urethritis?

    <p>Urethral discharge or swab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following antibiotics is NOT typically used for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

    <p>Vancomycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about urinary tract infections (UTIs) is NOT true?

    <p>UTIs can be caused by Gram-positive bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic class is NOT mentioned in the provided text for the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

    <p>Macrolides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the transmission of UTIs is correct?

    <p>Bacteria from the digestive tract can migrate to the urinary tract and cause UTIs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pathogens is the most common cause of UTIs?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for UTIs?

    <p>Frequent exposure to ultraviolet radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of UTI is considered more serious?

    <p>Upper urinary tract infections, such as pyelonephritis and ureteritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about UTIs is correct?

    <p>UTIs are the second most common type of infection in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pathogens can also cause UTIs, in addition to E. coli?

    <p>Chlamydia and Mycoplasma</p> Signup and view all the answers

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