The Isolation of a Small Gram-Positive,catalase-Positive Rod with a Narrow

question 2

Multiple Choice

The isolation of a small gram-positive,catalase-positive rod with a narrow zone of hemolysis isolated from blood or CSF should be used as strong presumptive evidence for:

• A)listeriosis.
• B)diphtheria.
• C)pertussis.
• D)tetanus.

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Definitions:

Sleeve Bearings

Bearings consisting of a cylindrically shaped liner that allows for relative motion by sliding, used in various machinery for rotational or sliding movements.

Porous Materials

Materials characterized by the presence of pores or voids, making them permeable to liquids or gases.

Cast Materials

Materials that have been shaped by pouring them into a mold while liquid and allowing them to solidify.

Unified National Coarse

A thread standard that specifies the shape, dimensions, and tolerances for coarse threads used broadly in bolts, nuts, and screws in the United States.