Chapter 50 Other Protozoa Objectives 1. Describe the distinguishing morphologic characteristics, clinical disease, basics of life cycle (source, stages of infectivity), and laboratory diagnosis for amebae, flagellates, and coccidia. 2. Compare and…
Chapter 61 Dematiaceous (Melanized) Molds Objectives 1. Describe the dematiaceous fungi, including natural habitat, transmission, and diseases with signs and symptoms. 2. Identify the site where mycetomas are frequently located and the…
Chapter 20 Enterobacteriaceae Objectives 1. Describe the general characteristics of the Enterobacteriaceae, including oxygenation, microscopic Gram staining characteristics, and macroscopic appearance on blood and MacConkey agar. 2. Describe the chemical principle of…
Chapter 51 Intestinal Nematodes (Roundworms) Objectives 1. Describe the distinguishing morphologic characteristics and basic life cycle (vectors, hosts, and stages of infectivity) for each of the parasites listed. 2. Define and identify…
Chapter 54 Intestinal Cestodes Objectives 1. Describe the distinguishing morphologic characteristics, clinical disease, basic life cycle (vectors, hosts, and stages of infectivity), and laboratory diagnosis for the intestinal cestodes included in…
Chapter 41 Overview and General Considerations Objectives This chapter provides an overview of the methods used to identify anaerobic microorganisms. The detailed technical procedures discussed should be used in conjunction…
Chapter 74 Genital Tract Infections Objectives 1. Describe the basic anatomy of the male and female reproductive systems. 2. Define the following conditions: vaginitis, cervicitis, proctitis, bartholinitis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), epididymitis,…
Chapter 12 Laboratory Methods and Strategies for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Objectives 1. List the relevant factors considered for control and standardization of antimicrobial susceptibility testing. 2. Describe testing conditions (medium, inoculum size,…
Chapter 76 Skin, Soft Tissue, and Wound Infections Objectives 1. Identify the three layers of the skin and describe the function of the skin in host defense including the physical and…
Chapter 47 Laboratory Methods for Diagnosis of Parasitic Infections Overview Objectives This chapter provides an overview of the general epidemiology, pathogenesis, spectrum of disease, and approach to identification of parasites….
