MRSA resistance mechanisms — Flashcards

MRSA resistance mechanisms — Flashcards

MRSA resistance mechanisms — Flashcards
#1

Transposition of bacterial DNA allows for transfer of bacterial DNA amongst different strains, such as resistance to _____

#2

_____ is a coagulase-negative Staph that has the ability to synthesize extracellular polysaccharide matrix (biofilm).

#3

_____ is a -lactamase producing bacteria resistant to penicillin.

#4

Furuncles and carbuncles are associated with what coagulase + organism? _____

#5

Which virulence factors (2) of Streptococcus pyogenes(GAS) allows for lysis of RBC and WBCs?_____

#6

Staphylococcus epidermidis forms a protective _____ that allows it to colonize prosthetic devices

#7

What proteins cross-link peptidoglycan on bacterial cell walls?_____

#8

Beta-lactamases are expressed by _____ genes

#9

What glial cell type serves as the CNS phagocyte?

#10

Microglia derive from what embryologial predecessor?

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