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Infectious Diseases & Clinical Applications Flashcards

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  1. Which bacterium is the most common cause of community-acquired pneumonia?

    Answer: Streptococcus pneumoniae

    Streptococcus pneumoniae is the leading bacterial cause of community-acquired pneumonia, especially in immunocompromised individuals and the elderly.

  2. Which viral infection is most commonly associated with mononucleosis?

    Answer: Epstein-Barr virus

    The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the primary causative agent of infectious mononucleosis, a condition characterized by fever, sore throat, and lymphadenopathy.

  3. Which fungal infection is commonly associated with immunocompromised patients?

    Answer: Candida albicans

    Candida albicans causes opportunistic infections, such as oral thrush and systemic candidiasis, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.

  4. Which parasitic infection is transmitted through the bite of an Anopheles mosquito?

    Answer: Plasmodium falciparum

    Plasmodium species, the causative agents of malaria, are transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes.

  5. Which antibiotic is most commonly used to treat Streptococcus pyogenes infections?

    Answer: Penicillin

    Penicillin remains the first-line treatment for infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, including strep throat and rheumatic fever.

  6. Which diagnostic test is most commonly used to detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

    Answer: Tuberculin skin test (TST)

    The tuberculin skin test (TST) and interferon-gamma release assays (IGRAs) are commonly used to diagnose tuberculosis infections.

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