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Which of the following assumptions about infection is false?
Which of the following assumptions about infection is false?
- The microorganisms must multiply.
- The microorganisms must enter the tissues.
- The microorganisms must penetrate the host defenses.
- The microorganisms must be opportunistic. (correct)
Identify the sterile (microbe-free) anatomical site from the list below.
Identify the sterile (microbe-free) anatomical site from the list below.
- Rectum
- Urethra
- Vagina
- Bladder (correct)
Place the following occurrences in the proper sequence or order.
Place the following occurrences in the proper sequence or order.
- Contact, infection, disease (correct)
- Contact, disease, infection
- Infection, contact, disease
- Disease, infection, contact
Microbial antagonism means that
Microbial antagonism means that
Resident biota (normal flora) of human beings include members of the
Resident biota (normal flora) of human beings include members of the
Infants are typically first exposed to disease
Infants are typically first exposed to disease
Host defenses are NOT compromised by
Host defenses are NOT compromised by
Endogenous infections are caused by
Endogenous infections are caused by
Bacteria colonizing the body are necessary for proper development. A germ-free animal displays
Bacteria colonizing the body are necessary for proper development. A germ-free animal displays
A virulence factor is one which
A virulence factor is one which
Which of the following is NOT an adhesion mechanism that bacteria use to attach to a host?
Which of the following is NOT an adhesion mechanism that bacteria use to attach to a host?
Antiphagocytic factors produced by microorganisms include all of the following EXCEPT
Antiphagocytic factors produced by microorganisms include all of the following EXCEPT
Microbial infection damages hosts by
Microbial infection damages hosts by
Exotoxins differ from endotoxins in that exotoxins
Exotoxins differ from endotoxins in that exotoxins
A focal infection is where the infectious agent
A focal infection is where the infectious agent
Objective evidence of disease as noted by an observer is called
Objective evidence of disease as noted by an observer is called
Identify which is a symptom from the list of signs below.
Identify which is a symptom from the list of signs below.
After initial infection, some infectious agents go into a dormancy, or ________, but may re-emerge to produce a recurrent disease state.
After initial infection, some infectious agents go into a dormancy, or ________, but may re-emerge to produce a recurrent disease state.
When cases are concentrated in one area at a relatively stable rate, then the disease is
When cases are concentrated in one area at a relatively stable rate, then the disease is
_______________ transmission means the disease is spread through a population from one infected individual to another.
_______________ transmission means the disease is spread through a population from one infected individual to another.
______ are individuals who inconspicuously shelter a pathogen and spread it to others.
______ are individuals who inconspicuously shelter a pathogen and spread it to others.
A fomite is _________ that can transmit disease.
A fomite is _________ that can transmit disease.
An infection which is indigenous to animals but can be transmitted to humans is a _________ infection.
An infection which is indigenous to animals but can be transmitted to humans is a _________ infection.
Koch's Postulates for identifying a pathogen require all of the following EXCEPT
Koch's Postulates for identifying a pathogen require all of the following EXCEPT
Universal (Blood and Body Fluid) Precautions include
Universal (Blood and Body Fluid) Precautions include
As the infectious dose of the microorganism increases, the virulence of the microorganism increases.
As the infectious dose of the microorganism increases, the virulence of the microorganism increases.
Most pathogens have one preferred portal of entry.
Most pathogens have one preferred portal of entry.
Exotoxins and endotoxins differ in their site of effect.
Exotoxins and endotoxins differ in their site of effect.
-itis means 'inflammation,' for example, gastritis is an inflamed intestine.
-itis means 'inflammation,' for example, gastritis is an inflamed intestine.
Most colonization events result in infection and disease.
Most colonization events result in infection and disease.
Infections which come on quickly with severe symptoms are termed 'chronic' infections.
Infections which come on quickly with severe symptoms are termed 'chronic' infections.
Mortality rate measures the number of people with infections. Morbidity rate measures the number of deaths in a population.
Mortality rate measures the number of people with infections. Morbidity rate measures the number of deaths in a population.
Epidemiology is the study of disease in individuals.
Epidemiology is the study of disease in individuals.
Nosocomial infections are acquired in a hospital from surgical procedures, equipment, personnel, and often involve drug-resistant microorganisms.
Nosocomial infections are acquired in a hospital from surgical procedures, equipment, personnel, and often involve drug-resistant microorganisms.
There are no microorganisms that can cross the transplacental barrier, so fetuses are protected until birth.
There are no microorganisms that can cross the transplacental barrier, so fetuses are protected until birth.
Flashcards
Infection Requirements
Infection Requirements
Pathogens must breach host barriers, enter tissues, and multiply, but aren't always opportunistic.
Microbial Antagonism
Microbial Antagonism
Beneficial microbes that prevent pathogenic invasion through competition.
Normal Flora (Resident Biota)
Normal Flora (Resident Biota)
Microbes, including bacteria, fungi, and arthropods, that reside in the human body.
Compromised Host Defenses
Compromised Host Defenses
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Endogenous Infections
Endogenous Infections
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Virulence Factors
Virulence Factors
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Bacterial Adhesion Mechanisms
Bacterial Adhesion Mechanisms
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Antiphagocytic Factors
Antiphagocytic Factors
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Infection Damage Mechanisms
Infection Damage Mechanisms
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Exotoxin Characteristics
Exotoxin Characteristics
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Focal Infections
Focal Infections
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Signs of Disease
Signs of Disease
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Endemic Disease
Endemic Disease
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Horizontal Transmission
Horizontal Transmission
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Carriers
Carriers
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Fomites
Fomites
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Zoonotic Infections
Zoonotic Infections
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Koch's Postulates
Koch's Postulates
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Universal Precautions
Universal Precautions
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Mortality Rate
Mortality Rate
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Morbidity Rate
Morbidity Rate
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Nosocomial Infections
Nosocomial Infections
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Acute Infections
Acute Infections
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Chronic Infections
Chronic Infections
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Epidemiology
Epidemiology
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Study Notes
Infection and Host Interaction
- Infection requires pathogens to penetrate host defenses, enter tissues, and multiply; they do not have to be opportunistic.
- Sterile anatomical sites in the body include the bladder, which is free from microbes.
Sequence of Infection
- Infection typically follows the order: contact → infection → disease.
Microbial Antagonism
- Microbial antagonism occurs when beneficial microbes prevent pathogenic invasion.
Normal Flora
- Human resident biota (normal flora) includes bacteria, fungi, and potentially harmful arthropods.
Infant Exposure
- Infants are first exposed to diseases during the birth process.
Host Defenses
- Host defenses can be compromised by diseases, chemotherapy, and surgery, but not by simply being middle-aged.
Endogenous Infections
- These infections occur when normal biota enter unusual body sites.
Germ-Free Animals
- Germ-free animals demonstrate heightened sensitivity to pathogens due to lack of microbial colonization.
Virulence Factors
- Virulence factors assist pathogens in invading and establishing infection within the host.
Bacterial Adhesion Mechanisms
- Common adhesion mechanisms include fimbriae, glycocalyx, and dextran slime; however, envelope spikes are not an adhesion mechanism.
Antiphagocytic Factors
- Antiphagocytic components include leukocidins and capsules, but erythrocytes do not serve this purpose.
Infection Damage Mechanisms
- Bacterial infections damage hosts through toxins, exoenzymes, and immune response induction.
Toxin Variations
- Exotoxins are secreted from living cells, unlike endotoxins, which are composed of lipopolysaccharides and are less stable.
Focal Infections
- A focal infection involves the infectious agent spreading from an initial site to other tissues.
Disease Indicators
- Signs are objective evidence of disease, while symptoms are subjective experiences reported by the patient.
Dormant Infectious Agents
- Some pathogens can remain dormant (latency) after initial infection and may later cause disease.
Disease Epidemiology
- A disease is considered endemic when its cases are stable in a specific area.
Disease Transmission
- Horizontal transmission refers to the spread of disease from one infected individual to another.
Carriers
- Carriers are individuals who harbor pathogens without exhibiting symptoms but can spread the disease.
Fomites
- Fomites are inanimate objects that can transmit diseases.
Zoonotic Infections
- Zoonotic infections originate from animals and can be transmitted to humans.
Koch's Postulates
- To identify a pathogen, Koch's Postulates require re-inoculation and isolation; DNA sequencing is not a necessity.
Infection Control
- Universal precautions involve using barriers, safely disposing of sharps, and immediate decontamination of soiled items.
Pathogen Virulence and Infection Rates
- Increased infectious doses do not necessarily correlate with increased virulence; most pathogens often have a preferred entry point.
Toxin Sites of Effect
- Exotoxins and endotoxins differ in their sites of action within the host.
Inflammation Terminology
- The suffix "-itis" indicates inflammation, such as in gastritis for inflamed stomach lining.
Colonization and Disease
- Not all colonization leads to infection or disease; hence most events do not result in illness.
Infection Characteristics
- Acute infections manifest rapidly with severe symptoms; chronic infections develop gradually.
Measuring Disease Impact
- Mortality rate indicates deaths in a population; morbidity rate tracks the number of infected individuals.
- Epidemiology focuses on disease patterns in populations, not individuals.
Nosocomial Infections
- Nosocomial infections are acquired in healthcare settings and are often caused by drug-resistant pathogens.
Placental Barrier
- Microorganisms can cross the transplacental barrier; fetuses are not completely protected from infection.
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