NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PATHOLOGY AND GENETICS
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tinea
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rabies
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protozoa
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streptococcus
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Detailed explanation-1: -Group A streptococci are bacteria commonly found in the throat and on the skin. People may carry GAS in the throat or on the skin and not become ill.
Detailed explanation-2: -How are group A streptococci spread? These bacteria are spread by direct contact with nose and throat discharges of an infected individual or with infected skin lesions. The risk of spread is greatest when an individual is ill, such as when people have strep throat or an infected wound.
Detailed explanation-3: -Group A streptococcus (GAS) bacteria is a Gram positive, beta-hemolytic coccus in chains. It is responsible for a range of diseases in humans. These diseases include strep throat (acute pharyngitis) and skin and soft tissue infections such impetigo and cellulitis.