Environmental reservoirs in healthcare settings — Flashcards
_____ is a -lactamase producing bacteria resistant to penicillin.
Some bacteria secrete a _____, allowing the bacteria to stick to a surface
Autoclaves work to sterilize equipment by using _____
What is the definitive test for diagnosing Legionnaires' disease (Legionella pneumophila)?_____
Which gram-negative bacteria is associated with wound and burn infections?_____
Which gram-negative bacteria is associated with pneumonia in cystic fibrosis patients?_____
Which gram-negative obligate aerobe often causes nocosomial pneumonia?_____
Which disease caused by Legionella pneumophila is associated with high fever and NO respiratory symptoms (pneumonia)?_____
The process of decreasing pathogenic organism counts to safe levels is known as _____
Which commonly used disinfectant causes coagulation of cytoplasm?_____
Environmental reservoirs in healthcare settings Flashcards for USMLE
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