The Presence of Gram- Positive Diplococci in a Sputum Sample

question 38

Multiple Choice

The presence of gram- positive diplococci in a sputum sample most likely indicates an infection of

• A) Streptococcus pyogenes.
• B) Bordetella pertussis.
• C) Streptococcus pneumoniae.
• D) Corynebacterium diphtheriae.

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Definitions:

Decibels

A unit of measurement for sound intensity, symbolized as dB, representing the logarithmic comparison between two power levels.

Intensity

The magnitude or strength of a phenomenon or a quality, often used in contexts ranging from physics to emotional experiences.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled inner ear structure crucial for converting sound waves into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain as sound.

Tectorial Membrane

A structure located within the cochlea of the inner ear, playing a crucial role in the process of hearing by interacting with hair cells.