Which Is Not True of Clostridium Difficile

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which is not true of Clostridium difficile?

• A)gram-positive,endospore-forming rod
• B)part of normal intestinal biota
• C)infection precipitated by broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy
• D)also called pseudomembranous colitis
• E)produces "rice-water" stools

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Definitions:

Electronically Linked

Connected or networked through electronic means, enabling communication or data transfer across devices or systems.

Differential Stress

A condition with unequal stresses from different directions.

Compression

The type of differential stress that occurs when forces push in on a rock.

Shear

The type of differential stress that occurs when stresses on the edge of a mass are applied in opposite directions.