Which Group Is at Greatest Risk for Group B Streptococcus

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which group is at greatest risk for group B Streptococcus infection?

• A)Pregnant women
• B)Neonates
• C)21-year-old females
• D)21-year-old males
• E)Older adults (age 65 years and older)

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse, from one neuron to another target neuron, muscle cell, or gland cell.

Myelin Sheaths

Fatty coverings on the axons of some neurons that help speed neural impulses.

Degeneration

The process by which tissue deteriorates over time, losing structure and function, often associated with diseases and aging.

Nervous System

A complex network of nerves and cells that transmits signals between different parts of the body.