Describe one way to prevent hookworm infection by N. americanus.

CSF glucose levels are often assessed to differentiate between bacterial and viral meningitis. This is because

a. bacteria cells use glucose and lower the overall concentration in the CSF.

b. viral meningitis causes inflammation that blocks glucose transport into the CSF.

c. viral infection of the meninges causes cell lysis, releasing glucose into the CSF.

d. None of the above.

Undercooked poultry is commonly a source of infection caused by ____________ bacteria or by ____________ bacteria.

Match the preventative measure to the infectious agent it can help limit:

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Which of the following pathogens are not associated with foodborne infections?

a. Salmonella

b. Shigella

c. Campylobacter jejuni

d. Bacillus cereus

e. Escherichia coli

True or False: Clostridioides difficile cases are usually associated with a prior antibiotic therapy.

What is the main symptom of Vibrio cholerae infection and how is this infection best treated?

Why does dietary sugar increase the risk for developing dental caries?

Tetanospasmin and botulinum toxins affect muscles by

a. blocking the action potential traveling from the CNS to the PNS.

b. allowing the bacteria to enter neurons.

c. blocking the relaxation or contraction of the muscles.

d. damaging the axon itself.