5 Questions
What is the primary mode of transmission of Moraxella catarrhalis?
Respiratory aerosol
What is the primary treatment for Moraxella nonliquefaciens-induced blepharitis?
Local application of antibiotic ointment
What is the primary risk factor for Moraxella catarrhalis-induced pneumonia?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
What is the characteristic shape of Moraxella species?
Gram-negative coccobacillary rods
What is the characteristic enzyme produced by most clinical isolates of Moraxella catarrhalis?
β-Lactamase
Study Notes
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This quiz covers the characteristics and infections caused by Moraxella catarrhalis, a gram-negative coccobacillary rod. It includes its transmission, symptoms, and treatment options.
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