Microbiology (4%)

Question 1

This is an invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms:
•	bacteria
•	disease
•	virus
•	infection

Answer 1

• infection

Question 2

What term is used to describe a group of parasites that can live in the common bile duct, causing obstructive jaundice?
•	liver flukes
•	icterus attack
•	liver fluids
•	jaundice disease

Answer 2

• liver flukes

Question 3

Parasitic infestations are associated with which of the following?
•	Lymphocytosis
•	Thrombocytopenia
•	Leukocytosis
•	Eosinophilia

Answer 3

• Eosinophilia

Question 4

A male patient presents with fluctuant swelling, tenderness, and erythema over the posterior elbow. Which of the following should be the initial management?
• Aspiration for Gram stain and cultures

• Empirical antibiotics for gram-positive organisms
• Pressure relieving devices
• Incision and drainage

Answer 4

• Aspiration for Gram stain and cultures