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What is considered as significant bacteriuria in a urine sample?
What is considered as significant bacteriuria in a urine sample?
- Presence of < 105 colony forming units (CFU)/ml
- Significant dysuria symptom
- Presence of > 105 colony forming units (CFU)/ml (correct)
- Absence of bacteria in urine
Which part of the urinary system is affected in pyelonephritis?
Which part of the urinary system is affected in pyelonephritis?
- Urethra
- Bladder
- Kidney (correct)
- Large Intestine
When does bacteriuria become asymptomatic bacteriuria?
When does bacteriuria become asymptomatic bacteriuria?
- When it is accompanied by dysuria
- When it reaches > 105 colony forming units (CFU)/ml (correct)
- When it is present in the bladder
- When it is detected in men
What percentage of urinary tract infections are caused by Escherichia coli?
What percentage of urinary tract infections are caused by Escherichia coli?
Which group of individuals generally have 'complicated' UTIs?
Which group of individuals generally have 'complicated' UTIs?
What is the most common location infected in a lower UTI?
What is the most common location infected in a lower UTI?
Which enzyme is produced by extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing E.coli?
Which enzyme is produced by extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing E.coli?
Why are ESBL producing E.coli infections considered a growing cause of hospital-acquired infections?
Why are ESBL producing E.coli infections considered a growing cause of hospital-acquired infections?
What is the normal environment of the urinary tract in terms of microorganisms?
What is the normal environment of the urinary tract in terms of microorganisms?
Which of the following is NOT a common microorganism associated with UTIs according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a common microorganism associated with UTIs according to the text?
Why are UTIs uncommon in men according to the text?
Why are UTIs uncommon in men according to the text?
What factor increases the risk of developing a UTI according to the text?
What factor increases the risk of developing a UTI according to the text?
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