The Gram-Negative Bacillus Associated with Abscesses from Dog and Cat

question 30

Multiple Choice

The gram-negative bacillus associated with abscesses from dog and cat bites or scratches is

• A)Salmonella typhimurium.
• B)Yersinia enterocolitica.
• C)Pasteurella multocida.
• D)Brucella suis.
• E)Francisella tularensis.

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Definitions:

Anticholinergic Properties

Characteristics of certain medications that block the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, affecting various bodily functions.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

A division of the autonomic nervous system responsible for relaxation and conserving energy by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)

An inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate nerve cell activity and is involved in reducing excitability.

Sensory Perceptual Alterations

Changes or disturbances in the way an individual perceives sensory inputs, which can be a symptom of various neurological or psychological conditions.