Which bacteria matches the description: gram negative pleomorphic coccobacilli?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify the bacteria that matches the description of gram-negative pleomorphic coccobacilli found in the CSF culture of an unvaccinated child with meningitis symptoms. The available options are E.coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria meningitidis, and Listeria monocytogenes.
Answer
*Haemophilus influenzae*
Based on the search results, Haemophilus influenzae matches the description of a Gram-negative pleomorphic coccobacillus.
Answer for screen readers
Based on the search results, Haemophilus influenzae matches the description of a Gram-negative pleomorphic coccobacillus.
More Information
Haemophilus influenzae is a bacterium that can cause a variety of infections, including meningitis, pneumonia, and bloodstream infections. It is most common in children, but adults can also be infected.
Tips
It's easy to confuse different types of bacteria based on their Gram stain and morphology. Always consider other characteristics and specific species.
Sources
- Haemophilus Species - Medical Microbiology - NCBI Bookshelf - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- [PDF] The Gram-Negative Coccobacilli - umed.wroc.pl
- Match the following organisms to their staining reaction and shape - vaia.com
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