Chapter 15 quiz review Flashcards
1
Q
Portals of entry into the body for microorganisms.
A
- Mouth
- Skin
2
Q
What do bacteria use to attach to human cells?
A
- Fimbriae
- Capsule
3
Q
Difference between siderophore and transferrin
A
Both bind to iron. Siderophore comes from bacteria and steals iron. Transferrin hide iron from bacteria.
4
Q
How do microorganisms evade the immune system?
A
Capsules. Mutate.
5
Q
What type of bacteria have endotoxin? (lipid A)
A
Gram negatives
6
Q
Etiology
A
Study of the causes of disease.
7
Q
Acute infectious disease. How long?
A
Short time period.
8
Q
Occurs world wide at the same time.
A
Pandemic
9
Q
Infection that you get in a healthcare setting
A
Nosocomial infection
10
Q
How do we prevent infectious dieases?
A
Handwashing.
