Bacterial colonization Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

USMLE STEP 1 Microbiology NEW UPDATE 2023 WITH QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |GRADED A What is a special cellular component of fungal membrane targeted in anti-fungal medication? - ANSWER- Ergosterol A major sterol What is the special component of bacterial cell wall? - ANSWER- Peptidoglycan Where are the normal flora found? Contributions to health? Causes of infection? - ANSWER- Location: - found on body surfaces contiguous with outside environment (GI, etc.) - Semipermanent (de...

Chapter 10 Decontamination, Sterilization, and Disinfection Antiseptic - correct answer-Chemical used to remove microorganisms from tissue Antiseptic - correct answer-This process is referred to as antisepsis Bacteriostatic - correct answer-A chemical agent capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria Bacteriostatic - correct answer-Refers to a process or chemical that inhibits bacterial colonization (growth) but does not destroy bacteria. Bioburden - correct answer-The number of contamin...

Complete Test Bank The Human Body in Health and Illness 7th Edition by Barbara Herlihy Chapter 01: Introduction to the Human Body Herlihy: The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. What is the branch of science that studies how the body functions? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology ANS: D 2. Which word comes from the Greek word meaning “to dissect”? a. Anatomy b. Histology c. Pathology d. Physiology ANS: A 3. Which of the follow...

Infection: correct answer: the invasion of a susceptible host by pathogens or microorganisms; results in disease. Colonization: correct answer: presence and growth of microorganisms within a host without tissue invasion or damage. Communicable disease: correct answer: the infectious process transmitted from one person to another. Symptomatic: correct answer: clinical signs and symptoms are present. Asymptomatic: correct answer: clinical signs and symptoms are not present. Cha...

The coronary ostia are located in the: (Points : 2) Left ventricle Aortic valve Coronary sinus Aorta Where in the respiratory tract do the majority of foreign objects aspirated by children finally lodge? (Points : 2) Trachea Left lung Bronchus Bronchioles Which type of antibody is involved in type I hypersensitivity reaction? (Points : 2) IgA IgE IgG IgM Hypersensitivity is best defined as a(an): (Points : 2) Disturbance in the immunologic tol...

prototype for antipsychotic (trade/generic), treatment for schizophrenia - ANSWER-haldol/haloperidol how long does it take the typical antipsychotic drug to reach its therapeutic effect? - ANSWER-several days what would you say if a patient calls and states that the antipsychotic drug isn't working within the 1st couple of days? - ANSWER-keep taking it (they don't work right away) what should we inform the patient about antipsychotics concerning taking the prescription? - ANSWER-take ...

proper otoscopic technique - ANSWER-Proper technique: Note that he is bracing his finger against the child's cheek, if patient moves, so does otoscope OTITIS EXTERNA - ANSWER-Cellulitis of the soft tissues of the external auditory canal -AKA swimmers ear Otitis externa pathogens - ANSWER-Pseudomonas aeruginosa Staphylococcus aureus Aspergillus or other fungi (especially diabetics) Risk Factors otitis externa - ANSWER-Moisture in the ear from swimming, showering, etc Trauma to the ...

Adult 1 exam complete latest guide A+ graded bacteremia The presence of bacteria in the bloodstream. catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) urinary tract infection that occurs as a result of having an indwelling urinary catheter. cohorting The practice of grouping patients who are colonized or infected with the same pathogen. colonization the presence of microorganisms (often pathogenic) in the tissues of the host that do not cause symptomatic disease ...

Microbiology Review Practice Test. identify which of the following are external structures used primarily for direct contact interactions with other cells a ) Flagella b) Fimbriae c) Cilia d) Pili - CORRECT ANSWER PILI, Fimbriae Which of the following describes movement towards or away from light ? 1) Phototaxis 2)Chemotaxis - CORRECT ANSWER Phototaxis Which of the following bored through the stomach lining and causes gastric ulcers? a) Klebsiella pneumoniae B) Streptococcus...

What are common causes of N/V associated with gastritis? - Answer Alcohol, NSAIDs, ASA, ABX, and illicit substances What is the most common cause of nausea and vomiting? - Answer Acute Gastroenteritis (AGE) What are some manifestations of AGE? - Answer Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain. May also include fatigue, malaise, anorexia, tenesmus and borborygmus. How is the severity of AGE gauged? - Answer Dehydration secondary to profuse watery diarrhea, fever grea...