Which Description Best Characterizes Bordetella Pertussis

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which description best characterizes Bordetella pertussis?

• A) gram negative streptococcus
• B) gram positive coccobacillus
• C) gram negative streptobacillus
• D) gram negative coccobacillus

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people in which the desire for harmony in decision-making results in an irrational or dysfunctional outcome.

Group Polarization

The tendency of a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members.

Risky Shift

A phenomenon in group decision-making processes where groups tend to make riskier decisions compared to individuals.

Non-Directive Group Leader

A leader who takes a passive role, encouraging group members to lead discussions and make decisions, thereby fostering autonomy and self-direction.