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Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
- They do not cause any symptoms
- They are caused by streptococcus pyogenes
- They are typically non-suppurative
- They are surrounded by necrotic tissue (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is NOT a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
- Protein A
- Enzymes
- Leucocidins (correct)
- Enterotoxins
Which of the following is true about streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is true about streptococcus pyogenes?
- It causes food poisoning
- It is also known as Group A Strep (correct)
- It is a normal flora of the skin
- It is a gram-negative bacterium
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which organism causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which organism causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which organism is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which organism is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which organism causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which organism causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Strep. Pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Strep. Pyogenes?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which of the following is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Salmonella?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Salmonella?
Which species of Salmonella is commonly associated with typhoid fever?
Which species of Salmonella is commonly associated with typhoid fever?
What is the main route of transmission for Shigella infections?
What is the main route of transmission for Shigella infections?
What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by Escherichia coli?
What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by Escherichia coli?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a nonsuppurative sequelae associated with Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a nonsuppurative sequelae associated with Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following is a common symptom of gonorrhea in males?
Which of the following is a common symptom of gonorrhea in males?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
What is the most common route of infection for Staphylococcus aureus?
What is the most common route of infection for Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus infections?
Which organism is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which organism is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which organism causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which organism causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract and is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract and is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which organism is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which organism is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which organism is associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and can adhere to the urinary tract even when urine is flowing?
Which organism is associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and can adhere to the urinary tract even when urine is flowing?
Which organism is associated with gastrointestinal infections and can cause traveler's diarrhea with watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, and low-grade fever?
Which organism is associated with gastrointestinal infections and can cause traveler's diarrhea with watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, and low-grade fever?
Which organism is associated with skin and wound infections and is commonly found as normal flora in the intestine?
Which organism is associated with skin and wound infections and is commonly found as normal flora in the intestine?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?
Which of the following organisms is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and wound infections?
Which of the following organisms is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and wound infections?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which of the following organisms causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which of the following organisms causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms is NOT a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following organisms is NOT a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following organisms is associated with recent consumption of raw seafood (oysters), recent immigration or foreign travel, and accidental trauma during contact with fresh or salt water (fishhooks, shellfish)?
Which of the following organisms is associated with recent consumption of raw seafood (oysters), recent immigration or foreign travel, and accidental trauma during contact with fresh or salt water (fishhooks, shellfish)?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a major cause of toxic shock syndrome?
Which of the following is a major cause of toxic shock syndrome?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which organism is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which organism is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which of the following organisms causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which of the following organisms is associated with gastrointestinal infections and can cause traveler's diarrhea with watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, and low-grade fever?
Which of the following organisms is associated with gastrointestinal infections and can cause traveler's diarrhea with watery diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, and low-grade fever?
Which organism is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which organism is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which of the following organisms is associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and can adhere to the urinary tract even when urine is flowing?
Which of the following organisms is associated with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and can adhere to the urinary tract even when urine is flowing?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which of the following organisms is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and wound infections?
Which of the following organisms is a common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and wound infections?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which organism causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which organism causes plague and is transmitted via rat flea bites?
Which of the following organisms is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which of the following organisms is associated with enteric fevers, including typhoid fever, and eventually invades the gall bladder?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Strep. Pyogenes?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Strep. Pyogenes?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a major problem associated with Strep. Pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a nonsuppurative sequelae associated with Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a nonsuppurative sequelae associated with Streptococcus pyogenes infections?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Which of the following is a route of infection for Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
What is the main route of transmission for Shigella infections?
What is the main route of transmission for Shigella infections?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Neisseria meningitidis?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which of the following organisms produces swarming colonies and is most commonly isolated as P. mirabilis and P. vulgaris?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus skin and wound infections?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Staphylococcus aureus?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Streptococcus pyogenes?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract and is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which organism is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract and is a major cause of pneumonia and meningitis?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Salmonella?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of Salmonella?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following is a major cause of fatal bacterial meningitis in young adults?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which of the following organisms is associated with epidemics and pandemics of cholera and is spread mainly by contaminated water or improperly prepared food?
Which organism causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which organism causes acute, severe gastroenteritis, vomiting, and profuse watery diarrhea, leading to severe dehydration and death?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
Which of the following organisms is commonly found in the upper respiratory tract of 5% of the population?
What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by Escherichia coli?
What is the most common cause of urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by Escherichia coli?
Which of the following organisms is associated with recent consumption of raw seafood (oysters), recent immigration or foreign travel, and accidental trauma during contact with fresh or salt water (fishhooks, shellfish)?
Which of the following organisms is associated with recent consumption of raw seafood (oysters), recent immigration or foreign travel, and accidental trauma during contact with fresh or salt water (fishhooks, shellfish)?
Which of the following organisms causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which of the following organisms causes an illness similar to Shigella dysentery, with penetration, invasion, and destruction of intestinal mucosa, and stools that may contain blood and mucus?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is associated with the most severe form of dysentery, causing necrosis, ulceration, and inflammation of the large intestine, with symptoms including high fever, chills, and abdominal cramps?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?
Which of the following organisms is a normal intestinal flora but can also cause opportunistic infections?