HOSA Medical Assisting (Latest 2025 / 2026 Update) Qs & As | Grade A | 100% Correct (Verified Answers)
Question:
micro organisms that feed on organic matter
Answer:
heterotrophs
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micro organisms that feed on inorganic matter
Answer:
autotrophs
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obligate parasite
Answer:
one that depends on its host for survival 1 / 3
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spores
Answer:
thick walled capsules formed by some bacteria when growth conditions are good
Question:
autoclaving
Answer:
•sterilization of instruments w steam under pressure •items remain sterile for 30 days (dry and intact) • 15 pounds of pressure per square inch
• 250°-270°
•wrapped in double thickness or muslin
Question:
alternative for rubber and sharp objects autoclaving
Answer:
place in chemical disinfectant for at least 20 minutes (covered completely)
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Question:
dry heat oven
Answer:
- hours @ 350°
Question:
cocci
Answer:
round or spherical shape
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diplococci
Answer:
cocci in pairs (gonorrhea, meningitis and pneumonia)
Question:
streptococci
Answer:
cocci in chains (strep throats and rheumatic fever)
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