Normal Flora
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What is the term for microorganisms that usually occupy a particular body site and can promptly re-establish themselves if disturbed?

  • Colonizing flora
  • Transient flora
  • Pathogenic flora
  • Resident flora (correct)
  • Which factor does not determine the amount of normal flora in the body?

  • Diet
  • Blood type (correct)
  • Age
  • Hormonal state
  • Where does colonization by normal flora occur first in infants?

  • Skin (correct)
  • Gastrointestinal tract
  • Oropharynx
  • Respiratory tract
  • What term is used to describe the population of microorganisms that inhabit the skin and mucous membranes of healthy persons?

    <p>Normal microbial flora</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome can exposure to an organism lead to, in terms of colonization of the person?

    <p>Any of the three outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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