BMS FREE BMS Funeral Service Microbiology and Pathology Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which type of bacteria is most commonly associated with gas gangrene in deceased remains?

Accepted Answer

Clostridium perfringens

Answer

Staphylococcus aureus

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Escherichia coli

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Bacillus subtilis

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a disinfectant used on embalming instruments between cases?

Accepted Answer

To destroy pathogenic microorganisms on surfaces

Answer

To sterilize instruments completely

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To remove visible organic matter

Answer

To neutralize formaldehyde residue

Question 3

Which bloodborne pathogen poses the greatest occupational risk to embalmers due to its environmental stability?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B virus

Answer

HIV

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Hepatitis A virus

Answer

Influenza virus

Question 4

During autolysis, which cellular organelle releases enzymes that begin breaking down the cell from within?

Accepted Answer

Lysosomes

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Mitochondria

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Golgi apparatus

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 5

What condition results when anaerobic bacteria in the intestines migrate through tissue walls after death?

Accepted Answer

Translocation

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Livor mortis

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Rigor mortis

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Desiccation

Question 6

Which personal protective equipment is considered MOST critical when handling remains with suspected Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

N95 respirator

Answer

Latex gloves

Answer

Face shield

Answer

Disposable gown