All of the Following Are Correct About Staphylococcus Aureus, Except

question 64

Multiple Choice

All of the following are correct about Staphylococcus aureus, except

• A)it is the coagulase-positive species.
• B)the body's most powerful defense against it lies in the T-cell response.
• C)carriers may be treated with antibiotics to clear them of the bacteria.
• D)most strains are resistant to penicillin and ampicillin.
• E)it causes furuncles, carbuncles, and abscesses.

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Definitions:

Fight-or-Flight

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, triggering certain bodily functions to either confront or avoid the danger.

Stress Response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physical, emotional, and mental changes.

Eustress

Positive stress that is beneficial and motivating, as opposed to distress, which is harmful and drains energy.

Adrenaline

A hormone released into the bloodstream in response to physical or mental stress, known for its role in the 'fight or flight' response.