Which of the following suggests improper anaerobic specimen collection when observed on a direct specimen Gram stain?
A) cilitated epithelial cells. B) red blood cells.
C) white blood cells. D) squamous epithelial cells.
A) Oxidase-positive, gram-negative rod that produces a blue-green pigment and a grape-like odor
B) Fungus
C) Catalase-positive, coagulase-positive, gram-positive coccus
D) Catalase-negative, bacitracin-susceptible, gram-positive coccus
D
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A) Fibular junction B) Medial malleolus C) Patellar ligament D) Tibial tuberosity
You are called for a 69-year-old male with altered mental status. Assessment reveals him to be confused and have left-sided weakness. During transport, you note that the patient is now completely oriented and the weakness has resolved. What condition would you suspect?
A) Stroke B) Low blood sugar C) Transient ischemic attack D) Syncope