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Which pathogen is associated with dysentery and produces shiga toxin?

  • Bacillus cereus
  • Salmonella enterica
  • Shigella species (correct)
  • Clostridium difficile

    • What is the primary symptom of gastroenteritis caused by certain pathogens?

  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Mucosal abscesses
  • Bloody stools
  • Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (correct)

    • Which pathogen is primarily known for causing antibiotic-associated colitis?

  • Clostridium difficile (correct)
  • Yersinia
  • E.coli
  • Campylobacter jejuni

    • What is the role of M cells in the infection process of Shigella?

    <p>They facilitate the entrance of pathogens into epithelial cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of consuming food contaminated with Staphylococcus aureus?

    <p>Immediate nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is NOT associated with Clostridium difficile infections?

    <p>Nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is unique to the pathogenic process of Shigella compared to other gastrointestinal pathogens?

    <p>It forms mucosal abscesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does virulence refer to in the context of pathogenic microorganisms?

    <p>The extent of pathogenicity of an organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines pathogenicity?

    <p>The ability to cause disease in a host organism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do beneficial microorganisms play within the human body?

    <p>They prevent the overgrowth of pathogenic microbes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of virulence factors in pathogens?

    <p>They are responsible for increasing the pathogenicity of organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of disease development, what does the term pathogenesis imply?

    <p>The process through which disease develops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these terms refers to the infectious agent that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome?

    <p>Human Immunodeficiency Virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the role of ATP in microbial physiology?

    <p>It serves as the primary energy currency in cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms is associated with non-infectious neurological diseases?

    <p>Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pathogen associated with the most common cause of sepsis?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic would be ineffective against E. coli in the treatment of sepsis?

    <p>Vancomycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treatment duration for osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus?

    <p>6 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pathogens is NOT associated with gangrene?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which complication arises from a nosocomial infection of the uterus after childbirth?

    <p>Puerperal sepsis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of bacterial biofilms associated with prosthetic infections?

    <p>Formation of a protective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment modality is recommended to prevent clostridia growth in gangrene?

    <p>Hyperbaric chamber therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In joint infections, what is the primary treatment approach aside from antibiotics?

    <p>Drainage from the joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines septic shock in the context of sepsis?

    <p>Blood pressure unresponsive to fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Gram-negative bacterium is specifically noted as a cause of septic shock?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary feature distinguishes prokaryotes from eukaryotes?

    <p>Lack of membrane-bound organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the bacterial cell wall is primarily composed of alcohols and phosphates?

    <p>Teichoic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the plasma (cytoplasmic) membrane in bacteria?

    <p>Regulation of substance entry and exit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about innate immunity is accurate?

    <p>It is a rapid response from birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during binary fission in prokaryotes?

    <p>A single bacterium divides into two equal cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a semirigid structure in bacterial cells?

    <p>Cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary component of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) in bacteria?

    <p>Lipid A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is NOT associated with adaptive immunity?

    <p>Generalized defense mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily composes the plasma (cytoplasmic) membrane of prokaryotic cells?

    <p>Phospholipids, carbohydrates, and proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the cell wall crucial for bacterial survival in various environments?

    <p>It helps maintain osmotic balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria can grow in the presence of O2 but does not require it for survival?

    <p>Facultative anaerobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of microbe thrives at low concentrations of O2?

    <p>Microaerophile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of bacteria does NOT require O2 for survival and is not impacted by its presence?

    <p>Aerotolerant anaerobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature that distinguishes coagulase-positive Staphylococcus aureus from coagulase-negative species?

    <p>Coagulation of fibrinogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic effect of β-hemolytic bacteria in hemolytic tests?

    <p>Clear zone around colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microbial characteristic is identified by acid-fast staining methods?

    <p>Presence of mycolic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes an obligate aerobe?

    <p>Requires O2 for growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rickettsia, an atypical bacterium, is classified as which of the following?

    <p>Obligate intracellular bacterium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bacteria grows optimally in environments with elevated CO2 levels?

    <p>Capnophile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of which type of bacteria would likely be indicated by greening on blood agar plates?

    <p>α-hemolytic bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Microbiology Legend

    • ACUTE: A rapidly occurring disease or condition.
    • AIDS: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
    • ANTIBIOTICS: Medication that fights bacteria.
    • ANTIBODY: Proteins that your body produces to fight off harmful substances.
    • ARTHROPODS: Category of invertebrate animals.
    • BACTERIAL: Relating to bacteria.
    • BACTERIA: Single-celled microorganisms.
    • BIOLOGICAL: Relating to the science of living organisms.
    • BLOOD: Fluid in the body carrying oxygen and nutrients.
    • CELL: The basic structural and functional unit of living organisms.
    • CHILLS: A symptom characterized by shivering.
    • CHRONIC: Long-lasting disease or condition.
    • COMBINATION: Mixture or blend of substances or factors.
    • DISEASE: Illness or disorder of the body (or mind).
    • DRUG: Medications or substances used to cure or treat illnesses.
    • DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid, chemical substance in all living organisms responsible for reproduction and development.
    • ENDOTOXIN: Toxic components of bacterial cell walls.
    • ENZYME: A biological catalyst, protein promoting specific chemical reactions.
    • EPIDEMIOLOGICAL: Study of the causes, patterns, and control of diseases or injuries in a population.
    • EXOTOXIN: Toxins released by bacteria into the environment.
    • FUNGI: A large group of eukaryotic organisms.
    • GENOME: Complete set of genetic material of an organism.
    • GENUS: A classification of living organisms.
    • GRAM-POSITIVE: Type of bacteria.
    • GRAM-NEGATIVE: Type of bacteria.
    • GROWTH: Increase in size of an organism or biological entities.
    • HEALTH: State of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
    • HOST: Living being in which a parasite or pathogen grows.
    • IMMUNE: Body's ability to protect itself from disease.
    • INFECTION: State caused by the entrance and multiplication of microorganisms in body.
    • INFECTION PROCESS: Steps from invasion to harm.
    • INFLAMMATION: Body's response to damage or injury.
    • IMMUNOLOGY: Study of the immune system.
    • LOG PHASE: Rapid growth phase of microbial populations.
    • LPS: Lipopolysaccharide.
    • MALARIA: A parasitic disease transmitted through mosquito bites.
    • MEMBRANE: Layer that surrounds a cell or organelle.
    • METABOLISM: Metabolic reaction or conversion in body.
    • MICROORGANISM: A tiny living structure.
    • MOLECULAR: Relating to the structure and interactions of molecules.
    • MOLECULES: Groups of atoms bonded together.
    • MUMPS: Viral disease characterized by inflammation of the salivary glands.
    • NEUROLOGY: Study of the nervous system.
    • NEUROPATHOLOGY: The study of diseases affecting the nervous system.
    • NUCLEUS: Organelle that contains the genetic material of a cell.
    • ORGANELLES: Specialized compartments within a cell.
    • PATHOGEN: Organism capable of causing disease.
    • PATHOGENESIS: Development of a disease.
    • PATHOLOGY: Study of diseases and their causes.
    • PHARMACOLOGY: Study of drugs and medicines.
    • PHYSIOLOGY: Study of how the body works.
    • PRION: Infectious protein.
    • RNA: Ribonucleic acid, molecule involved in gene expression.
    • RNA VIRUSES: Viruses whose genetics are composed of RNA.
    • RESPIRATORY: Relating to the respiratory system.
    • RNA VIRUS: Virus with ribonucleic acid.
    • SEPTUM: Thin wall forming a division in a cell.
    • STEROID: Any of a group of organic compounds.
    • VIRULENCE: Degree of pathogenicity.
    • VIRUS: A small infectious agent that replicates itself only inside the living cells.
    • WASTE PRODUCTS: Substances eliminated as part of metabolism.

    Definitions

    • Pathogenicity: Ability to cause disease in a host.
    • Pathogenesis: Process by which a disease develops.
    • Virulence: Degree of pathogenicity; higher factors are more damaging.
    • Host response: Body's reactions to microorganisms (harmful or not).
    • Innate immunity: Protection existing from birth, rapid defense.
    • Adaptive immunity: Immunity developed over time, provides memory of encounter.

    Prokaryotes

    • Prokaryotes are single-celled organisms without membrane-bound organelles.
    • They reproduce by binary fission.
    • Their cell walls contain peptidoglycan.

    Bacterial Structural Features

    • Cell wall: A complex structural layer outside the plasma membrane.
    • Plasma membrane: The thin membrane surrounding the cytoplasm.
    • Mesosomes: Irregular infoldings in the plasma membrane.

    Cell Wall

    • Teichoic acids are primarily composed of alcohols and phosphates.
    • Gram-negative bacteria's cell walls contain lipopolysaccharides.

    Exotoxin Diseases

    • Various types from diverse bacteria cause diverse symptoms.

    Endotoxin and Exotoxin

    • Bacterial source: Endotoxins mainly from Gram-negative; Exotoxins from mainly Gram-positive but may be Gram-negative.
    • Stability: Endotoxins are stable; Exotoxins are unstable.
    • Toxicity: Endotoxins have a low toxicity level, while exotoxins are highly toxic.

    Bacterial Growth Phases

    • Lag phase: Little change in cell numbers because cells are not immediately reproducing.
    • Log phase: Logarithmic increase in cell numbers, highly active reproduction.
    • Stationary phase: Growth rate slows, where deaths balance new cells.
    • Death phase: Number of deaths surpass the number of new cells.

    Oxygen Requirements

    • Obligate aerobe: Requires oxygen to grow.
    • Facultative anaerobe: Can grow with or without oxygen.
    • Microaerophile: Requires low oxygen levels.
    • Capnophile: Requires high carbon dioxide levels.
    • Aerotolerant anaerobe: Can tolerate oxygen but doesn't require it to grow.
    • Obligate anaerobe: Cannot grow in the presence of oxygen.

    Bacterial Identification

    • Coagulase: Test for clotting factors to identify specific types.
    • Catalase: Test to identify if bacteria produces this enzyme.
    • Hemolytic: Test to examine the ability of bacteria to break down red blood cells.
    • Acid-fast: Stains bacteria based on the presence of waxy lipid in cell walls.
    • Atypical bacteria: Obligate intracellular bacteria transmitted by bites requiring specific antibiotics.

    Antibiotics Coverage Chart Summary

    • Details on Gram-positive cocci, Gram-negative bacilli, Gram-negative cocci, anaerobes, and atypicals are shown.
    • Charts describe various antibiotics based on sensitivities and types.

    Hospital Epidemiology

    • Epidemiology: Study of distribution, determinants of health, and disease in a specific population.
    • Infection types: Hospital-acquired infections.
    • Pathogens: Various bacterial species, including staphylococcus, enterococci, E. coli, pseudomonas, and other types.

    Viral Infections: Hepatitis Types

    • Transmission types: Ingested, Parenteral.
    • Treatment methods for Hepatitis B, C etc.

    Fetal, Newborn and Infant Infections

    • Transmission types are through the placenta and breastmilk.
    • Treatment types for various conditions.

    Skin Infections

    • Types of infections, viral and non-viral, for specific skin parts.
    • Transmission and treatment methods

    Yellow Fever

    • Caused by the flavivirus and transmitted via mosquito.
    • Stages show similar symptoms typical for fever conditions.

    Infectious Mononucleosis

    • Caused by Epstein-Barr virus.
    • Symptoms may include fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes.
    • Recovery usually takes a few weeks.

    Viral Infections

    • Conjunctivitis: inflammation of the conjunctiva.
    • Keratoconjunctivitis: inflammation of the conjunctiva and cornea.

    Antifungal Agents

    • Specific types of antifungal agents targeting different aspects of fungal biology.
    • MOAL: Mechanism of Action in Listeria.

    Protozoan Diseases

    • Protozoa are single-celled eukaryotic organisms.
    • Various pathogens, classifications, and disease types.

    Ectoparasites

    • Classifications based on class, types, diseases, and related species.

    Mycology

    • Mycology is the study of fungi.
    • Characteristics, species in various classifications are seen and identified.

    Aspergillus

    • Fungal infection affecting those that are compromised.
    • Infection types, transmission, and treatment details.

    Histoplasmosis

    • Details on transmission types, infection location, and treatment options.

    Blastomycosis

    • Infection type, symptoms, soil reservoir types, and treatment types.

    Coccidioidomycosis

    • Fungal respiratory disease with airborne reproduction, symptoms, and treatment details.

    Cryptococcosis, Dermatophytes

    • Cryptococcus neoformans meningitis is detailed with known pathogens.
    • Dermatophytes and their infections like ringworm are included.

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