Multiple Choice
Which of the following lists correctly identifies the three main techniques for identifying microbes?
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A(n) ________ infection is characterized as an infection with a member of the normal biota.
A
endogenous
B
nosocomial
C
zoonotic
D
exogenous
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Understand the meaning of each term related to infections: 'endogenous', 'nosocomial', 'zoonotic', and 'exogenous'.
'Endogenous infection' refers to an infection caused by microorganisms that are already present in the normal biota of the host but become pathogenic under certain conditions.
'Nosocomial infection' is an infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare setting, typically caused by external pathogens.
'Zoonotic infection' is an infection transmitted from animals to humans.
'Exogenous infection' is caused by pathogens that enter the body from the external environment, not normally present in the host.
Since the question asks for an infection caused by a member of the normal biota, identify 'endogenous' as the correct term.
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