At times it can be difficult to distinguish a pathogen from a contaminant in a “positive” blood culture bottle. Describe 2 criteria that can be used to assist with the interpretation of a true “positive” (not positive due to contamination) blood culture bottle. 

The coagulase enzyme expedites the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen. 

Use the graph below to answer the following questions. Place the letter corresponding to the correct line in the answer blank for each question below. (1 pt each) A line may be used more than once for the response below.

The type of IR catheter that is used for high flow injections into large vessels is: 

What type of sweat gland is found in the armpits and groin?

Which molecule helps the skin resist mechanical stress?

What do arrector pili muscles do?

What are the components of the extracellular matrix in connective tissue?

Which layer of the skin is responsible for producing vitamin D when exposed to sunlight?

What is the primary function of the stratum corneum?