NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

MICROBIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which kind of organisms are disease-causing yeasts and molds?
A
bacteria
B
fungi
C
parasites
D
viruses
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fungi are eukaryotic microorganisms. Fungi can occur as yeasts, molds, or as a combination of both forms. Some fungi are capable of causing superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, systemic or allergic diseases.

Detailed explanation-2: -Aspergillosis is an infection caused by a type of mold (fungus). The illnesses resulting from aspergillosis infection usually affect the respiratory system, but their signs and severity vary greatly. The mold that triggers the illnesses, aspergillus, is everywhere-indoors and outdoors.

Detailed explanation-3: -What are some common reasons that lead to increased yeast and mold in your operation? Often fungal contamination in your operation can be traced to specific sources such as standing water, dead plant material, contamination from outside sources, or improper drying and curing.

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