Microorganisms and Microbes

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What are the microorganisms that are part of our normal flora and do not cause diseases?

Superbugs

Pathogens

Non-pathogens (correct)

Multidrug-resistant bacteria

What is the shape of Bacilli bacteria?

Rod-shaped (correct)

Cluster-shaped

Round

Chain-shaped

Why are some bacteria no longer affected by antibiotics?

Because bacteria are naturally resistant

Because antibiotics are misused

Because bacteria have become multidrug-resistant (correct)

Because antibiotics are overused

What type of microorganism is characterized by its ability to live on dead matter?

Fungi Signup and view all the answers

Why are antibiotics ineffective against Fungi?

Because antibiotics target bacteria only Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an area where an infectious agent can live?

Reservoir Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of aseptic technique in healthcare?

To maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of indirect contact?

Touching a contaminated surface Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for objects that are contaminated with infectious agents?

Fomite Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the immune system in relation to infectious agents?

To fight off the infectious agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the absence of disease?

Asepsis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection is caused by microorganisms that originate from within the body?

Endogenous Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the virus that causes Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome?

Coronavirus Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?

AIDS Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for infections that occur in hospitals or healthcare settings?

Nosocomial Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT treated with antibiotics?

Viral diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the poison produced by pathogens that can cause disease?

Toxin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of antisepsis?

To prevent or inhibit the growth of pathogenic organisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the safest and most efficient sterilization method?

Autoclave Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of aseptic technique?

To prevent contamination of sterile objects Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between disinfection and sterilization?

Disinfection reduces the number of microorganisms, while sterilization eliminates all microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of standard precautions?

To prevent the spread of infections in general Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of autoclave indicators?

To ensure articles have been sterilized Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of isolation precautions?

To prevent the spread of communicable diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

To protect healthcare workers from infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the drop technique?

To handle small items, such as gauze pads Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the mitten technique?

To handle bowels, drapes, and linens Signup and view all the answers