Two Serious Complications of an Infection with Group a Streptococci

question 38

Multiple Choice

Two serious complications of an infection with Group A streptococci are

• A) toxic shock syndrome and scarlet fever.
• B) gangrene and rheumatic fever.
• C) acute glomerulonephritis and necrotizing fasciitis.
• D) acute glomerulonephritis and rheumatic fever.

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Definitions:

Diminished Sensitivity

A reduction in the ability to perceive or respond to stimuli.

Perceptual Set

A readiness to perceive certain aspects of available sensory data and to ignore others, influenced by expectations, experiences, and context.

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Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time.