Understanding Gonorrhea: Causes, Diagnosis, and Prevention

What is the common name for the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae?

• Staphylococcus

• Gonococcus

• Streptococcus

• Pneumococcus

What shape does the gonococcus bacterium typically have?

• Rod-shaped

• Spiral

• Pair of spheres

• Single sphere

How does the pilus help gonococcus in the infection process?

• It releases toxins

• It acts as a grappling hook

• It destroys white blood cells

• It produces antibodies

Why can't the body develop immunologic memory against gonococcus?

• The bacterium is too small

• The bacterium hides in the liver

• The opa proteins block receptors

• The bacterium changes shape

What is the purpose of Gram staining in diagnosing gonorrhea?

• To kill the bacteria

• To identify the shape of bacteria

• To determine the color of bacteria

• To see if bacteria retain the stain

What type of cell is known to engulf gonococci during an infection?

• Lymphocyte

• Platelet

• Red blood cell

• Neutrophil

Which medium is specific for growing Neisseria organisms?

• MacConkey agar

• Thayer-Martin medium

• Chocolate agar

• Blood agar

What is the main treatment for gonorrhea infections?

• Antifungals

• Antibiotics

• Antivirals

• Vaccines

Which method is effective in preventing the transmission of gonorrhea during intercourse?

• Using antiseptics

• Using antibiotics

• Using vaccines

• Using condoms

How can gonorrhea be transmitted from mother to child?

• Through genetic inheritance

• Through breastfeeding

• During childbirth

• Through the placenta