« previous next »

Author Question: Which bacteria, if inhaled, are most likely fatal? A) Streptococcus B) anthrax C) diphtheria ... (Read 94 times)

imanialler

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 539
on: Jun 27, 2018
Which bacteria, if inhaled, are most likely fatal?
 
  A) Streptococcus
  B) anthrax
  C) diphtheria
  D) Clostridium botulinum

Question 2

Which of the following surgical procedures means to remove the eyeball?
 
  A) photorefractive keratectomy
  B) laser photocoagulation
  C) enucleation
  D) scleral buckling
Medical Terminology: A Living Language ¦ Fremgen, Frucht ¦ 6th Edition
Buy Test-Bank


welcom1000

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 298
Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: The term is derived from the Greek word anthrakos, which means coal, referring to the blackening effect the infection has on the skin and lungs.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: Enucleation removes the eyeball. Photorefractive keratectomy corrects errors of refraction. Laser photocoagulation destroys a piece of the retina. Scleral buckling stabilizes a detaching retina.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question

imanialler

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 539
Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thank you


welcom1000

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 298
Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
No problemo


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The first successful kidney transplant was performed in 1954 and occurred in Boston. A kidney from an identical twin was transplanted into his dying brother's body and was not rejected because it did not appear foreign to his body.

Did you know?

As many as 20% of Americans have been infected by the fungus known as Histoplasmosis. While most people are asymptomatic or only have slight symptoms, infection can progress to a rapid and potentially fatal superinfection.

Did you know?

Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.

Did you know?

Adults are resistant to the bacterium that causes Botulism. These bacteria thrive in honey – therefore, honey should never be given to infants since their immune systems are not yet resistant.

Did you know?

Illness; diuretics; laxative abuse; hot weather; exercise; sweating; caffeine; alcoholic beverages; starvation diets; inadequate carbohydrate consumption; and diets high in protein, salt, or fiber can cause people to become dehydrated.

Relationships and diversification of the Bacteria and Archaea. Relationships and diversification of the Bacteria and Archaea.
Moss methane eating bacteria Moss methane eating bacteria
Bacteria Bacteria
bacteria cell diagram bacteria cell diagram
The process of phagocytosis: a phagocyte engulfing bacteria or other foreign material. The process of phagocytosis: a phagocyte engulfing bacteria or other foreign material.
Ribosomes of bacteria, archaea, and eukaryotes Ribosomes of bacteria, archaea, and eukaryotes
Video: Bone processes - resorption and deposition, remodeling and response to stress in adult bones

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library