A Doctor Wants to Determine the Origin of the Bacteria

question 74

Multiple Choice

A doctor wants to determine the origin of the bacteria in the intestinal tract of one of her patients. How can she do this?

• A)by examining the bacteria present in the eggs of the patient's mother
• B)by examining the bacteria present in the sperm of the patient's father
• C)by determining the bacteria present in the food the patient eats
• D)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Asymptomatic Conditions

Health conditions that do not present any noticeable symptoms in the affected individual.

Musculoskeletal System

The organ system that enables humans and other animals to move using the muscular and skeletal systems, encompassing bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints.

Prone

Lying flat, especially face downward; also refers to having a tendency or inclination towards something.

Supine

Supine denotes a position of lying on the back, face or front upward, commonly used in medical examinations or treatments.