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| List 4 defense proteins made by Staph aureus. |
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Definition
| Protein A - binds the Fc region of IgGHemolysinsLeukocidinsPenicillinase |
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Term
| How does Staph aureus become clindamycin resistance? |
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Definition
| It is co-administered with erythromycin.This is referred to as Erythromycin-induced clindamycin resistance. |
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Term
| Identify 3 exotoxins produced by staph aureus. |
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Definition
| ExfoliatinEnterotoxins (food poisoning)Toxic Shock Syndrome Toxin |
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Term
| What causes scalded skin syndrome? |
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Definition
| Exfoliatin from Staph aureus.Exfoliatin causes desmosomal separation and the granular layer of the skin sloughs off. |
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Term
| Name 3 important encapsulated pathogens. |
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Definition
| Haemophilus influenzaeNeisseria meningitidisStreptococcus pneumoniae |
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