A healthy gut microbiome contains diverse species where benign microbes help keep pathogenic members in check. Which of the following could tip the balance from normal microbiota to a disease state?ANSWERPresence of Group B streptococci in a female’s vaginaA patient on an intravenous course of antibioticsPresence of Staphylococcus epidermidis on the skinPresence of Escherichia coli in the gut

A patient has an STI characterized by sporadically recurring, painful, fluid-filled blisters in the genital area. A Gram stain and bacterial culture indicate the presence of normal bacterial microbiota. What is the most likely etiologic agent?

Which of the following can result when antibiotic therapy disrupts the normal microbiota?Group of answer choicesblack hairy tongueboth pseudomembranous colitis and thrushanaphylactic shock

Which of the following is able to target specific pathogens to minimize re-infection?The microbiota in the intestines.The cells of the adaptive system.The cells of the innate system.The skin covering the body.

John has been experiencing digestive problems and goes to see his doctor. The doctor suspects that John's gut microbiome may be imbalanced. Which of the following should be recommended first?Group of answer choicesPrescribe antibiotics to kill off any harmful bacteria in John's gutAll answers should be actioned togetherRecommend that John eat more fiber and fermented foods to promote a healthy gut microbiomeOrder a fecal microbiota transplant to introduce beneficial bacteria into John's gut

The bacteria that is responsible for more infections and different kinds of infectionsGroup of answer choicesStaphylococcusColiStreptococcusSalmonellaPseudomonasNext