Micro ch. 17

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Which of the following is a more common name for SIRS, the condition that may follow septicemia and become life-threatening? A. Septic shock B. Toxic Shock C. Agglutination D. Brucellosis

What disorder are prions responsible for causing? A. Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease (CJD) is a rare, fatal brain disorder B. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder affecting the brain C. Alzheimer’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disorder D. Parkinson’s disease is a chronic movement disorder

What pathogens can be transmitted by blood contaminant? A. Fungi, yeasts, molds, and toxins B. Pollen, allergens, fungi, and enzymes C. Antibodies, antigens, proteins, and horomones D. Bacteria, parasites, viruses, and prions

What test involves the separation of proteins from blood serum to detect pathogenic infection? A. Western Blot test B. Another Eia test C. Double immunodiffusion test D. Direct fluorescent antibody test

What parts of the heart does IE (infective endocarditis) affect? A. Pericardial sac and coronary arteries B. Muscle tissue of the heart and ventricular chambers C. Innermost lining of heart and covers of valves D. Outer layer of the heart and arterial walls

What might Dentists prescribe prior to tooth extractions or extensive procedures to prevent bacteria from traveling to the heart? A. Prophylactic antibiotics B. Intravenous immunoglobulin therapy C. Debridement procedures D. Use of alcohol cleaners

What are clinical signs of IE (infective endocarditis)? A. Janeway lesions, Roth spots, and older nodes B. Rash, fever, and joint swelling C. Hives, edema, and muscle spasms D. Skin blisters, ulcers, and lymph node enlargement

What disorder may form due to inflammation from vasculitis? A. Arterial aneurysm B. Varicose veins C. Dissecting aortic aneurysm D. Osteoarthritis

What is the normal number of liters of blood in the average adult circulatory system? A. 12-16 liters B. 10-15 liters C. 4-8 liters D. 2-3 liters

What are the affects of penetrating injuries to the skull? A. Can cause permanent nerve damage B. Can disrupt blood flow to the brain C. Can alter brain chemistry D. Can allow entry of bacteria into the CNS

What can Brucellosis also be called? A. Malta fever, Mediterranean fever, Crete fever B. Valley fever, Rift Valley fever, Alpine fever C. Rocky Mountain fever, Lyme fever, desert fever D. Tropical fever, African fever, Nile fever

What is a brain abscess? A. Arterial aneurysm B. Either an encapsulated or free collection of pus in the CNS typically secondary to an infection in another area of the body found in multiple parts of the brain C. Malta fever, Mediterranean fever, Crete fever D. Inflammation of the brain parenchyma (brain tissue)

What is Encephalitis? A. Inflammation of the brain parenchyma (brain tissue) B. Inflammation of the brain membranes C. Degeneration of brain cells D. Infection of the spinal cord

Viruses do not transmit through blood or tissue and are responsible for CJD but ______ do A. Viroids B. Enveloped viruses C. Prions D. Bacteria

Which of the following are clinical signs of IE? A. Roth spots B. Older nodes C. Janeway lesions D. All of the above

Penetrating injuries to the skull can introduce bacteria into the central nervous system True/false

True

An aneurysm is a localized dilation or bulging of a blood vessel due to a weakened vessel wall True/false

True

Arterial aneurysm may form due to inflammation from vasculitis. True/false

True

Inflammation of the brain parenchyma is encephalitis True/false

True

A brain abscess is either an encapsulated or free collection of pus in the CNS typically secondary to an infection in another area of the body. True/false

True

IE (Infective Endocarditis) affects the __________ _____________ of the heart. A. Innermost, endocardium B. Outermost, pericardium C. Middle layer, myocardium D. Thin layer, epicardium

Dentists may prescribe antiemetic medications prior to extensive procedures True/false

False

In western Blot test proteins are seperated from blood serum to detect pathogenic infection True/false

True

Brucellosis( a bacterial infection caused by brucellosis species) may also be called Malta fever, Mediterranean fever, or Crete fever True/false

True

The Western Blot test is a serologic test that can be used to identify...? A. Brain abscess B. Septic shock C. Borrelia burgdorferi and HIV D. Janeway lesions, Roth spots, and planer nodes

Dentist will usually prescribe ___antibiotics before tooth extraction to prevent the bacteria from entering the blood stream during the procedure. A. Therapeutic antibiotics B. Systemic antibiotics C. Prophylactic antibiotics D. Empirical antibiotics

Arterial aneurysm may form due to ... A. Brain abscess B. Inflammation from vasculitis C. Septic shock D. Prophylactic antibiotics

Collection of pus, usually found within the frontal or temporal lobe of the cerebrum. Pus may be free or encapsulated and may occur in multiple areas of the brain. This is a .... A. Brain abscess B. Brain aneurysm C. Epidural abscess D. Acoustic neuroma

An aneurysm is either an encapsulated or free collection of pus in the CNS typically secondary to an infection in another area of the body. True/false

False

Meningitis may also be called Malta fever, Mediterranean fever, or Crete fever. True/false

False

Penetrating injuries to the skull do not typically allow entry of bacteria into the CNS. True/false

False

Viruses are potentially transmitted through blood or tissue and are responsible for CJD. True/false

False

Which of the following classes of fungal tinea infections involves the scalp and may cause hair loss in the involved areas? A. Capitis B. Barbae C. Corporis D. Pedis

Which disease process does exotoxin A producing group A streptococci produce? A. Hansen's disease B. Necrotizing fascititis C. Superficial folliculitis D. Systemic mycoses

Which is a common skin condition that results from Pseudomonas aeruginosa and use of abrasive scrub brushes, pumice stones, or loofa sponges? A. Dermatitis B. Ecthyma C. Impetigo D. Acne

What is the term for raised, pus-filled lesions of the skin? A. Wheal B. Cyst C. Pustule D. Crust

Subcutaneous emphysema and crepitus are signs of a serious infection of the skin or surgical wounds called myonecrosis or which of the following other names? A. ringworm B. Impetigo C. Gas gangrene D. Smallpox

Which of the following serious infections may involve red streaks just under the skin running away from the original source of infection? A. Osteomyelitis B. Rheumatoid arthritis C. Lymphangitis D. Masuius

Which skin condition is a severe form of inflammation and scarring as a result of Proprionibacterium acnes metabolizing sebum in skin pores, accumulation of white blood cells and interstitial fluid, leading to ruptured pustules? A. Erysipelas B. Cutaneous anthrax C. Ringworm D. Acne vulcaris

What is the common name for an outbreak of painful vesicles typically formed in unilateral lines or bands on the skin and due to a latent viral infection? A. Ctaneoucanthrax B. nea corooris C. Pyoderma gangrenosum D. Shingles

Which type of painful soft tissue infection involves the entire breast, including milk ducts and nipple, and in severe cases may require incision and drainage of pus accumulation? A. Lactational mastitis B. Lymphadenitis C. Non-lactational mastitis D. Fasciitis

Which of the following is NOT a type of Variola major? A. Ordinary B. Hemorrhagic C. Flat D. Bifurcated

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