Identification of Bacteria in the Laboratory Usually Begins with the ________

question 8

Multiple Choice

Identification of bacteria in the laboratory usually begins with the ________ for placement in one of two large groups of bacteria.

• A) Koch's stain
• B) Gram stain
• C) Pasteur fermentation test
• D) Petri stain
• E) Ehrlich magic test

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Definitions:

Sims' Position

A body position used in medical examinations where the patient lies on their left side with right knee bent toward the chest, often used for rectal exams.

Upper Thigh Flexed

A position or movement where the muscles of the upper leg are contracted, drawing the leg closer to the body.

Differential Diagnosis

The process of determining the correct diagnosis when two or more diagnoses are possible.

Lithotomy

A medical procedure or position used during childbirth or certain surgeries, where the patient lies on their back with the hips and knees flexed and the thighs apart.