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What is the estimated range of adults colonized with S. aureus in the nares?
What is the estimated range of adults colonized with S. aureus in the nares?
- 5%–10%
- 20%–40% (correct)
- 40%–60%
- 10%–20%
Where else can S. aureus bacteria colonize, besides the nares?
Where else can S. aureus bacteria colonize, besides the nares?
- Hands and perineum (correct)
- Back and shoulders
- Ears and scalp
- Feet and ankles
What percentage of carriage was missed if only nares were cultured?
What percentage of carriage was missed if only nares were cultured?
- 30%
- 40% (correct)
- 20%
- 50%
Who is particularly prone to infections with S. aureus?
Who is particularly prone to infections with S. aureus?
Which group tends to harbor S. aureus in higher frequency and density at other sites of the body?
Which group tends to harbor S. aureus in higher frequency and density at other sites of the body?