Helicobacter Pylori Is a Bacterial Organism That Causes Ulcers and Digestive

question 32

Multiple Choice

Helicobacter pylori is a bacterial organism that causes ulcers and digestive disturbances.How might they survive the acid pH of the stomach?

• A)They secrete buffer to neutralize acid.
• B)They burrow under the mucus layer that covers the stomach epithelium.
• C)They take over the parietal cells.
• D)They release chemicals that decrease acid production in the stomach.

Recognize appropriate actions to prevent the spread of diseases for patients under contact precautions.

Explain the chain of infection and its components to identify points of intervention.

Demonstrate an understanding of proper management of contaminated materials in a home care setting.

Assess the correct application of sterile techniques in a surgical setting.

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