Questions and Answers
Why is microbiology important to the dental assistant?
The dental assistant gains an enhanced understanding of infection control.
Who is referred to as the Father of Microbiology?
Louis Pasteur
Who was the first to record that microorganisms were responsible for hospital-acquired infections?
Joseph Lister
Who is credited with discovering the rabies vaccine?
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Which is a primary shape of bacteria?
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What is the name of the staining process of separating bacteria?
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What is the term for bacteria that require oxygen to grow?
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What is the most resistant form of bacterial life?
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How are prions different from other microorganisms?
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Bacteria cause which of the following oral diseases?
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Which Hepatitis forms are blood-borne?
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Pontiac fever is a type of which disease?
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Bacteria cause which of the following diseases?
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The first oral indicator of syphilis is?
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Herpes simplex type 2 is also known as?
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Who recognized that airborne microorganisms were responsible for post-surgical infection?
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How are prions different from other microorganisms?
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How is HIV spread?
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What tissues are affected by the West Nile virus?
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How is the H1N1 virus spread?
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What microorganism is used for the benchmark for the effectiveness of a surface disinfectant?
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What disease is known as lockjaw?
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What is a pandemic?
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Study Notes
Importance of Microbiology in Dentistry
- Understanding infection control enhances the role of dental assistants.
Key Figures in Microbiology
- Louis Pasteur: Known as the Father of Microbiology; discovered the rabies vaccine.
- Joseph Lister: First to identify that microorganisms caused hospital-acquired infections.
Bacterial Characteristics
- Primary shapes of bacteria include circular, bacillus (rod-like), and spiral formations.
- The Gram test is a staining process that separates bacteria based on cell wall properties.
- Aerobes are bacteria that require oxygen for growth.
- The most resistant bacterial form is spores.
Microorganisms and Diseases
- Bacteria are responsible for dental caries and periodontal disease.
- Notable diseases caused by bacteria include tetanus, syphilis, and tuberculosis.
- The first oral indicator of syphilis is a chancre.
- Herpes simplex type 2 is commonly known as genital herpes.
Viral Infections
- Blood-borne hepatitis forms include Hepatitis C, D, and B.
- Pontiac fever is a variant of Legionnaires' disease.
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) spreads through blood and sexual contact.
- The West Nile virus affects the brain and spinal cord (nervous system).
- H1N1 virus transmission occurs via cough, sneeze, and contact with contaminated objects.
Microorganisms and Disinfection
- Tuberculosis is used as a benchmark for evaluating the effectiveness of surface disinfectants.
Miscellaneous
- Tetanus, known as lockjaw, is a serious bacterial infection.
- A pandemic refers to a global outbreak of disease.
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This set of flashcards covers key concepts and figures in microbiology relevant to dental assistants. Learn about infection control, historical contributions, and the importance of microbiology in dental settings. Ideal for those studying dental health and infection management.
