Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of Salmonella infection?
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of Salmonella infection?
- Meningitis
- Pneumonia
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Typhoid Fever (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae?
- They are non-motile
- They are obligate anaerobes
- They are found in the respiratory tract
- They are motile because of peritrichous flagella (correct)
What is the mode of transmission for Salmonella?
What is the mode of transmission for Salmonella?
- Airborne droplets
- Sexual contact
- Mosquito bites
- Fecal-oral route (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of Shigella?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Shigella?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the laboratory diagnosis for Shigella?
What is the laboratory diagnosis for Shigella?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
Study Notes
Clinical Manifestations and Characteristics of Bacteria
- Clinical manifestations of Salmonella infection include fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea.
- Enterobacteriaceae is characterized by being a family of gram-negative bacteria, and being oxidase-negative.
- The mode of transmission for Salmonella is through contaminated food and water, as well as through direct contact with infected animals.
- A characteristic of Shigella is its ability to invade the colonic mucosa, causing bloody diarrhea and dysentery.
- Laboratory diagnosis for Shigella involves culturing stool or rectal swab specimens on selective media, and identifying the organism using biochemical tests or molecular methods.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
