kelbsiella Flashcards
1
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characteristics of klebsiella
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- gram neg, rod-shaped, facultatively anaerobic
- lactose fermenter
- THICK CAPSULE; mucoid colony
- species: K. pneumoniae
2
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what is a nosocomial pahtogen?
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pathogen acquired in a hospital
- hardy
- resistant to multiple antibiotics
3
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what is an opportunistic pathogen?
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organism that becomes pathogenic if conditions are favorable
-usually a member of the normal flora
4
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ex. of opportunistic infections in animals?
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- metritis in mare
- mastitis in cows
- urinary tract infections in dogs
5
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what is a normal habitat for kelbsiella
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- soil, water, GI tract, wood shavings, and saw dust
- repro tracts
6
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what are the modes of infection of kelbsiella?
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- direct contact with contaminated materials
- breeding studs may become carriers
- cows: milking machine, bedding, etc
7
Q
what are the virulence factors of kelbsiella?
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- LPS
- Capsule
8
Q
what is the nature of a disease causes by kelbsiella?
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- suppurative
- gangrenous
9
Q
control measures for kelbsiella?
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- sanitation and managment
- antibiotic treatment
- no vaccine is available
