The only catalase-negative, gram-positive rod capable of ...

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The only catalase-negative, gram-positive rod capable of producing hydrogen sulfide is also
 
  A) gelatinase positive. B) intrinsically vancomycin resistant.
  C) motile. D) esculin positive.

Question 2

Which of the following scenarios is not acceptable for a request for culture for recovery of Listeria monocytogenes?
 
  A) Placenta culture from a 29 year old female who delivered a stillborn male at 20 weeks gestation
  B) Vaginal swab from a 27 year old, non-pregnant female
  C) Vaginal culture from a 33 year old female, at 30 weeks gestation, complaining of flu-like symptoms
  D) Amniotic fluid from a 31 year old female, at 19 weeks gestation, presenting with fever

[ktidd]

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B

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Gracias!

[lcapri7]

Excellent