Question 1

​Which of the following pathogens is the cause of the disease known as the plague?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Brucella
B)  ​Kingella
C)  ​Proteus
D)  ​Yersinia

Question 2

Species of which of the following genera are part of the normal microbiome of the intestines and aid in biotransformation of bile acid and breakdown of carbohydrates?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Bacteroides
B)  ​Brucella
C)  ​Moraxella
D)  ​Morganella A

Question 3

Patients in long-term care facilities who require chronic use of indwelling urinary catheters frequently have infections from Proteus bacteria.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

​Chromobacterium violaceum is the only bacterium which produces a purplish pigment and causes infections in humans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The disease cholera is caused by a species belonging to the genus _________________.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of The disease cholera is caused by a...

Question 6

Serratia marcescens produces a pigment called _________________ which ranges from dark red to pale pink, depending on the species.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Serratia marcescens produces a pigment called _________________...

Question 7

The disease cholera has been present in history back as far as the Greek physician Hippocrates.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Members of the delta and zeta classes of the phylum Proteobacteria are not pathogenic to humans.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 9

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​
-​Debridement

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflammatory lymphatic lesions most commonly in the groin or axillae which may become blue or black as seen in Yersinia pestis infections.
B)  A microbial infection or inflammation of the valves or inner lining of the heart.
C)  Surgical removal of devitalized, necrotic, infected, or contaminated tissue so that the remaining tissues have an increased chance of healing.
D)  A collection of cholesterol crystals under the surface of vascular epithelium which may reduce blood flow due to narrowing of the vessel lumen from the protruding lesions, also commonly called hardening of the arteries.
E)  A genetically regulated process of cell death triggered by certain stimuli such as DNA mutation or damage.F) A membrane bound organelle in the cytoplasm which are fluid filled structures.G) A condition mainly in the elderly also called atrophic rhinitis characterized by thinning or necrosis of the nasal membranes with mucopurulent discharge and a foul odor.H) The strong attraction to or affinity for salt or other sodium chloride substances.I) A related group of organisms in taxonomy that rank a level above genus but below family or sub-family as in Proteeae under Enterobacteriaceae.J) Pertaining to the tissues of the mouth which surround the necks and roots of teeth.

Question 10

​Bordetella pertussis is the causative agent for the disease commonly called ___________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ​Bordetella pertussis is the causative agent for...

Question 11

Which of the following is the genus for the causative agent in typhoid fever?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Kingella
B)  ​Klebsiella
C)  ​Salmonella
D)  ​Serratia C

Question 12

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​
-​Buboes

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflammatory lymphatic lesions most commonly in the groin or axillae which may become blue or black as seen in Yersinia pestis infections.
B)  A microbial infection or inflammation of the valves or inner lining of the heart.
C)  Surgical removal of devitalized, necrotic, infected, or contaminated tissue so that the remaining tissues have an increased chance of healing.
D)  A collection of cholesterol crystals under the surface of vascular epithelium which may reduce blood flow due to narrowing of the vessel lumen from the protruding lesions, also commonly called hardening of the arteries.
E)  A genetically regulated process of cell death triggered by certain stimuli such as DNA mutation or damage.F) A membrane bound organelle in the cytoplasm which are fluid filled structures.G) A condition mainly in the elderly also called atrophic rhinitis characterized by thinning or necrosis of the nasal membranes with mucopurulent discharge and a foul odor.H) The strong attraction to or affinity for salt or other sodium chloride substances.I) A related group of organisms in taxonomy that rank a level above genus but below family or sub-family as in Proteeae under Enterobacteriaceae.J) Pertaining to the tissues of the mouth which surround the necks and roots of teeth.

Question 13

Escherichia coli bacteria are known as "ICU bugs" due to the five strains of serious illness-producing pathogens.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​
-​Tribe

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflammatory lymphatic lesions most commonly in the groin or axillae which may become blue or black as seen in Yersinia pestis infections.
B)  A microbial infection or inflammation of the valves or inner lining of the heart.
C)  Surgical removal of devitalized, necrotic, infected, or contaminated tissue so that the remaining tissues have an increased chance of healing.
D)  A collection of cholesterol crystals under the surface of vascular epithelium which may reduce blood flow due to narrowing of the vessel lumen from the protruding lesions, also commonly called hardening of the arteries.
E)  A genetically regulated process of cell death triggered by certain stimuli such as DNA mutation or damage.F) A membrane bound organelle in the cytoplasm which are fluid filled structures.G) A condition mainly in the elderly also called atrophic rhinitis characterized by thinning or necrosis of the nasal membranes with mucopurulent discharge and a foul odor.H) The strong attraction to or affinity for salt or other sodium chloride substances.I) A related group of organisms in taxonomy that rank a level above genus but below family or sub-family as in Proteeae under Enterobacteriaceae.J) Pertaining to the tissues of the mouth which surround the necks and roots of teeth.

Question 15

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a frequent cause of healthcare-associated infections and easily identifiable in lab cultures due to its production of a fruity odor.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Some studies indicate that Campylobacter jejuni is the leading cause of __________________ illness, surpassing Shigella and Salmonella and which may result in complications such as Guillain-Barré syndrome.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Some studies indicate that Campylobacter jejuni is...

Question 17

Dangerous healthcare-associated infections from carbapenem-resistant ______________________ (CRE) were linked to inadequate decontamination of endoscopic equipment.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dangerous healthcare-associated infections from carbapenem-resistant ______________________ (CRE)...

Question 18

Eating of raw seafood such as oysters is discouraged in summer months due to the higher concentration of which pathogenic genus?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Campylobacter
B)  ​Haemophilus
C)  ​Serratia
D)  ​Vibrio

Question 19

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​
-​Ozena

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflammatory lymphatic lesions most commonly in the groin or axillae which may become blue or black as seen in Yersinia pestis infections.
B)  A microbial infection or inflammation of the valves or inner lining of the heart.
C)  Surgical removal of devitalized, necrotic, infected, or contaminated tissue so that the remaining tissues have an increased chance of healing.
D)  A collection of cholesterol crystals under the surface of vascular epithelium which may reduce blood flow due to narrowing of the vessel lumen from the protruding lesions, also commonly called hardening of the arteries.
E)  A genetically regulated process of cell death triggered by certain stimuli such as DNA mutation or damage.F) A membrane bound organelle in the cytoplasm which are fluid filled structures.G) A condition mainly in the elderly also called atrophic rhinitis characterized by thinning or necrosis of the nasal membranes with mucopurulent discharge and a foul odor.H) The strong attraction to or affinity for salt or other sodium chloride substances.I) A related group of organisms in taxonomy that rank a level above genus but below family or sub-family as in Proteeae under Enterobacteriaceae.J) Pertaining to the tissues of the mouth which surround the necks and roots of teeth.

Question 20

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​
-​Apoptosis

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflammatory lymphatic lesions most commonly in the groin or axillae which may become blue or black as seen in Yersinia pestis infections.
B)  A microbial infection or inflammation of the valves or inner lining of the heart.
C)  Surgical removal of devitalized, necrotic, infected, or contaminated tissue so that the remaining tissues have an increased chance of healing.
D)  A collection of cholesterol crystals under the surface of vascular epithelium which may reduce blood flow due to narrowing of the vessel lumen from the protruding lesions, also commonly called hardening of the arteries.
E)  A genetically regulated process of cell death triggered by certain stimuli such as DNA mutation or damage.F) A membrane bound organelle in the cytoplasm which are fluid filled structures.G) A condition mainly in the elderly also called atrophic rhinitis characterized by thinning or necrosis of the nasal membranes with mucopurulent discharge and a foul odor.H) The strong attraction to or affinity for salt or other sodium chloride substances.I) A related group of organisms in taxonomy that rank a level above genus but below family or sub-family as in Proteeae under Enterobacteriaceae.J) Pertaining to the tissues of the mouth which surround the necks and roots of teeth.

Exam 16: Gram Negative Bacilli and Coccobacilli

​Which of the following pathogens is the cause of the disease known as the plague?

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Species of which of the following genera are part of the normal microbiome of the intestines and aid in biotransformation of bile acid and breakdown of carbohydrates?​

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Patients in long-term care facilities who require chronic use of indwelling urinary catheters frequently have infections from Proteus bacteria.​

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​Chromobacterium violaceum is the only bacterium which produces a purplish pigment and causes infections in humans.

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The disease cholera is caused by a species belonging to the genus _________________.​

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Serratia marcescens produces a pigment called _________________ which ranges from dark red to pale pink, depending on the species.​

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The disease cholera has been present in history back as far as the Greek physician Hippocrates.​

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Members of the delta and zeta classes of the phylum Proteobacteria are not pathogenic to humans.​

Correct AnswerverifiedTrue

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​ -​Debridement

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​Bordetella pertussis is the causative agent for the disease commonly called ___________________.

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Which of the following is the genus for the causative agent in typhoid fever?​

Correct AnswerverifiedC

Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​ -​Buboes

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Escherichia coli bacteria are known as "ICU bugs" due to the five strains of serious illness-producing pathogens.​

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​ -​Tribe

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Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a frequent cause of healthcare-associated infections and easily identifiable in lab cultures due to its production of a fruity odor.​

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Some studies indicate that Campylobacter jejuni is the leading cause of __________________ illness, surpassing Shigella and Salmonella and which may result in complications such as Guillain-Barré syndrome.​

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Dangerous healthcare-associated infections from carbapenem-resistant ______________________ (CRE) were linked to inadequate decontamination of endoscopic equipment.​

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Eating of raw seafood such as oysters is discouraged in summer months due to the higher concentration of which pathogenic genus?​

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​ -​Ozena

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition.​ -​Apoptosis

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Which of the following pathogens is the cause of the disease known as the plague?

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Species of which of the following genera are part of the normal microbiome of the intestines and aid in biotransformation of bile acid and breakdown of carbohydrates?

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Patients in long-term care facilities who require chronic use of indwelling urinary catheters frequently have infections from Proteus bacteria.

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Chromobacterium violaceum is the only bacterium which produces a purplish pigment and causes infections in humans.

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The disease cholera is caused by a species belonging to the genus _________________.

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Serratia marcescens produces a pigment called _________________ which ranges from dark red to pale pink, depending on the species.

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The disease cholera has been present in history back as far as the Greek physician Hippocrates.

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Members of the delta and zeta classes of the phylum Proteobacteria are not pathogenic to humans.

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Debridement

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Bordetella pertussis is the causative agent for the disease commonly called ___________________.

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Which of the following is the genus for the causative agent in typhoid fever?

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Buboes

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Escherichia coli bacteria are known as "ICU bugs" due to the five strains of serious illness-producing pathogens.

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Tribe

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Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a frequent cause of healthcare-associated infections and easily identifiable in lab cultures due to its production of a fruity odor.

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Some studies indicate that Campylobacter jejuni is the leading cause of __________________ illness, surpassing Shigella and Salmonella and which may result in complications such as Guillain-Barré syndrome.

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Dangerous healthcare-associated infections from carbapenem-resistant ______________________ (CRE) were linked to inadequate decontamination of endoscopic equipment.

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Eating of raw seafood such as oysters is discouraged in summer months due to the higher concentration of which pathogenic genus?

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Ozena

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Match the following terms or phrases with the correct description or definition. -Apoptosis

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