Which of the Following Statements About Normal Microflora of the Respiratory

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about normal microflora of the respiratory system is incorrect

• A)The presence of Haemophilus in the pharynx does not indicate disease.
• B)About 1/3 of the population carries Staphylococcus aureus in their nasal cavity.
• C)Coccidioides immitis is a harmless part of the microflora.
• D)Nasal carriers of Staphylococcus aureus can easily spread it to other individuals.

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