The Most Common Causative Agent of Bacterial Endocarditis Is

question 34

Multiple Choice

The most common causative agent of bacterial endocarditis is:

• A)Staphylococcus albus.
• B)Streptococcus hemolyticus.
• C)Staphylococcus albicans.
• D)Streptococcus viridans.

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Definitions:

Chondrocyte

A cell that has secreted the matrix of cartilage and become embedded in it; responsible for the maintenance and repair of cartilage tissue.

Red Blood Cell

A type of blood cell that is primarily responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Mast Cell

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's allergic response by releasing histamine and other chemicals during inflammatory and allergic reactions.

Wound Contracture

A condition where scar tissue contracts and tightens, often leading to restricted movement.