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| The movement of mucus from lungs to pharynx is due to: |
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| Compared to the upper respiratory system, the lower respiratory system: |
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| is normally devoid of microorganisms |
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| The major cause of baterial pharyngitis is: |
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| The glycoprotein spikes on orthomyxoviruses are composed of: |
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| hemagglutinin or neuraminidase |
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| Group A Streptococcus is camouflaged from phagocytes by: |
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| a hyaluronic acid capsule. |
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| The action of streptolysin results in: |
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| breaks in the membranes of the erythrocytes, leukocytes and platelets. |
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| Which pathogenic fungus is found in the droppings of bats, chickens and blackheads? |
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| Which term associated with tuberculosis refers to calcified nodules in the lungs? |
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| The phase of whooping cough in which the characteristic "whoop" is obvious is the: |
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| Which of the following is associated with the fusion of neighboring cells? |
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| respiratory syncytial virus |
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