Which of the Following Is an Opportunistic Pathogen Commonly Present

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an opportunistic pathogen commonly present in the nasal cavity as a member of the microbiota?

• A) Staphylococcus aureus
• B) Legionella pneumophilia
• C) Bordetella pertussis
• D) Pneumocystis jiroveci
• E) Veillonella species

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior.

Deviant People

Individuals who significantly deviate from societal norms in behavior, beliefs, or attitudes, often leading to social disapproval.

Modeling

A behavior modification technique that involves observing the behavior of others (the models) and participating with them in performing the desired behavior.

Vicariously

Experiencing something indirectly or through another person's experience, often used in the context of learning or emotional experiences.