Chapter 05: Microbiology Basics Herlihy: The Human Body in Health and Illness, 6th Edition

Chapter 05: Microbiology Basics Herlihy: The Human Body in Health and Illness, 6th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of the following is defined as a disease-producing microorganism? a. Normal flora b. Pathogen c. Arthropod d. Parasite ANS: B 2. Which word best characterizes Typhoid Mary? a. Immune b. Symptomatic c. Carrier d. Fomite ANS: C 3. Which of the following describes the signs and symptoms that develop in response to a pathogen? a. Syndrome b. Allergy c. Infection d. Immunity ANS: C 4. Influenza is best described as a(n) a. localized infection. b. allergic reaction. c. bacterial infection. d. systemic infection. ANS: D 5. Cocci, bacilli, and curved rods are classified as a. viruses. b. pathogens. c. bacteria. d. parasites. ANS: C 6. Bacteria a. include cocci, bacilli, and curved rods. b. are not part of the normal flora of the intestines. c. cause mycotic infections. d. include mold and yeast.