Portage Learning
5 DOM · 171 DOIB
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P A Division of Geneva College
EST. 2012
ONLINE COURSES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
BIOD 171 : MODULE 5
E SS E N T I A L M I C R O B I O LO G Y — PAT H O G E N I C B ACT E R I A & I N F E CT I O US D I S E A S E
INSTITUTION Portage Learning (Geneva College) PROGRAM Pre-Nursing / Health Sciences
COURSE CODE BIOD 171 COURSE TITLE Essential Microbiology
ACADEMIC YEAR EXAM TITLE BIOD 171 : MODULE 5
TOTAL QUESTIONS 36 Questions FORMAT Multiple Choice / True-False /
Matching
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
▸ Select the single best answer unless otherwise specified.
▸ Questions randomized from source material per Component 16.
▸ Topics: Universal Precautions, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, TB, Leprosy, Clostridium, Plague, STDs.
▸ Correct answers and rationales appear below each question.
, PATHOGENIC BACTERIA & INFECTIOUS DISEASE —
Questions 1 – 36
MODULE 5
1. Define the concept of universal precautions.
A. Only known pathogens require safety measures
B. Any and all samples, whether known or unknown, are to be treated as potentially
hazardous/pathogenic materials
C. Only blood samples require precautions
D. Gloves are optional unless the sample is visibly contaminated
CORRECT ANSWER B — All samples, known or unknown, must be treated as potentially
hazardous
RATIONALE Universal precautions is a fundamental laboratory and healthcare safety
principle: treat EVERY sample as potentially infectious regardless of known status.
2. List at least 3 observations noted when assessing an unknown microbial sample.
A. Color, smell, and taste only
B. Size and shape, Gram status, any observable motility
C. Price, brand, and expiration date
D. Only the Gram status is necessary
CORRECT ANSWER B — Size/shape, Gram status, observable motility (also chemical reactions,
color changes, etc.)
RATIONALE Key observations include: size and shape, any observable motility, Gram status
(positive or negative), chemical reactions, color changes, and capturing images of
characteristics.
5 DOM · 171 DOIB
★ ★
P A Division of Geneva College
EST. 2012
ONLINE COURSES FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
BIOD 171 : MODULE 5
E SS E N T I A L M I C R O B I O LO G Y — PAT H O G E N I C B ACT E R I A & I N F E CT I O US D I S E A S E
INSTITUTION Portage Learning (Geneva College) PROGRAM Pre-Nursing / Health Sciences
COURSE CODE BIOD 171 COURSE TITLE Essential Microbiology
ACADEMIC YEAR EXAM TITLE BIOD 171 : MODULE 5
TOTAL QUESTIONS 36 Questions FORMAT Multiple Choice / True-False /
Matching
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
▸ Select the single best answer unless otherwise specified.
▸ Questions randomized from source material per Component 16.
▸ Topics: Universal Precautions, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, TB, Leprosy, Clostridium, Plague, STDs.
▸ Correct answers and rationales appear below each question.
, PATHOGENIC BACTERIA & INFECTIOUS DISEASE —
Questions 1 – 36
MODULE 5
1. Define the concept of universal precautions.
A. Only known pathogens require safety measures
B. Any and all samples, whether known or unknown, are to be treated as potentially
hazardous/pathogenic materials
C. Only blood samples require precautions
D. Gloves are optional unless the sample is visibly contaminated
CORRECT ANSWER B — All samples, known or unknown, must be treated as potentially
hazardous
RATIONALE Universal precautions is a fundamental laboratory and healthcare safety
principle: treat EVERY sample as potentially infectious regardless of known status.
2. List at least 3 observations noted when assessing an unknown microbial sample.
A. Color, smell, and taste only
B. Size and shape, Gram status, any observable motility
C. Price, brand, and expiration date
D. Only the Gram status is necessary
CORRECT ANSWER B — Size/shape, Gram status, observable motility (also chemical reactions,
color changes, etc.)
RATIONALE Key observations include: size and shape, any observable motility, Gram status
(positive or negative), chemical reactions, color changes, and capturing images of
characteristics.
