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Label the parts of the bacterium.
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Match the characteristics of bacteria with the terms.
Cocci = Spherical forms Bacilli = Rod shapes Strepto = Grow in chains Staphylo = Grow in grapelike clusters
Which is an accurate statement regarding Gram staining of bacteria?
The response to the Gram stain is a function of cell wall thickness and structure.
Which are accurate statements regarding endotoxins and exotoxins? (Select all that apply)
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Which are the characteristic features of viruses? (Select all that apply)
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Match the description of viral shapes with the types of viruses.
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Which statements are true regarding the nuclear content of viruses? (Select all that apply)
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Which is an accurate statement about protozoa?
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Which diseases are considered protozoal infections? (Select all that apply)
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Which statements are true regarding Entamoeba histolytica infections? (Select all that apply)
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Which statements about helminths are correct? (Select all that apply)
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Which statement correctly describes a characteristic of tapeworms?
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Which statements are correct regarding nematodes?
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Which are characteristics of fungi? (Select all that apply)
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Match the description with the growth form of fungi.
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In a mushroom, such as Amanita phalloids, where are the spores located?
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Which are accurate statements about peptidoglycan? (Select all that apply)
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Which factors influence the rate of binary fission? (Select all that apply)
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Match the appropriate term with the description of a bacterial species.
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Which types of damage can a virus cause on its host cell? (Select all that apply)
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In which ways are Chlamydiae and Rickettsiae more like viruses than bacteria? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Classification of Pathogens
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Bacteria can be classified based on shape:
- Cocci are spherical
- Bacilli are rod-shaped
- Streptococci grow in chains
- Staphylococci grow in grape-like clusters
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The Gram staining process distinguishes bacteria based on cell wall characteristics, particularly thickness.
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Endotoxins are associated with Gram-negative bacteria, while exotoxins, produced inside cells, can stimulate antibody reactions for antitoxin development.
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Viruses are classified as obligate intracellular parasites, relying on host cells for reproduction and growth.
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Viral shapes include:
- Helical: Spiral-shaped
- Enveloped: Surrounded by host cell wall material
- Icosahedral: Nearly spherical with multiple sides
- Complex: Features of various viral shapes
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Viral nuclear content examples include:
- HIV and Influenza A: RNA viruses
- Human papillomavirus: DNA virus
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Protozoa possess a cellular membrane without a cell wall, necessitating a moist environment for survival.
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Diseases classified as protozoal infections include malaria, giardiasis, toxoplasmosis, and trichomonas vaginitis.
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Entamoeba histolytica is responsible for amoebic dysentery; trophozoites are the pathogenic form, capable of invading blood vessels and other organs.
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Helminths, or worms, may lack digestive systems; their life cycles typically include ovum, larva, and adult stages. Transmission can occur via fecal-oral routes, skin contact, or insect bites.
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Tapeworms are characterized by their scolex (head) and proglottids (body segments).
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Some nematodes are parasitic and pathogenic, being the most numerous multicellular organisms on earth; their life cycles may involve both intestines and lungs.
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Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments and are vital for decomposing dead vegetation, spreading via spores.
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Fungal growth forms are categorized as:
- Yeast: Single cells reproducing by budding
- Molds: Rapidly growing structures with hyphae
- Mushrooms: Spore-bearing fruiting bodies
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In mushrooms like Amanita phalloids, spores are found within the gills underneath the cap.
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Peptidoglycan contributes to the structural integrity of bacterial cell walls, with a thicker layer present in Gram-positive bacteria, located outside the cell membrane.
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The rate of bacterial binary fission can be influenced by the availability of oxygen, nutrients, and accumulated bacterial waste products.
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Bacterial species can be distinguished:
- Paired cocci growing in oxygen: Facultative staphylococci
- Cocci in chains intolerant to oxygen: Aerobic spirochetes
- Clumped cocci surviving in low oxygen: Aerobic diplococci
- Spiral organisms requiring oxygen: Anaerobic streptococci
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Viruses inflict damage on host cells by:
- Rapid replication leading to cell rupture
- Inducing abnormal growth, potentially resulting in cancer
- Remaining dormant with minimal immediate damage
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Chlamydiae and Rickettsiae share characteristics with viruses rather than bacteria, including dependence on host cells for replication.
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Test your knowledge on the classification of pathogens in this RN 106 quiz. You will label parts of bacteria and match their characteristics, along with understanding Gram staining. Perfect for nursing students looking to solidify their understanding of microbiology.