Which of the following does NOT occur as part of phagocytosis?

A SPECIFIC gene or recombinant construct (vector + gene of interest) can be inserted into a cell by all of the following EXCEPT:

Which of the following remain valid concerns about recombinant DNA technology?

Which of the following could be used to link a suspect to tissue found under a crime victim’s fingernails?

Which of the following would be most useful for producing sufficient DNA from a blood stain found at a crime scene to proceed with DNA fingerprinting analysis?

A nosocomial disease is a disease acquired by

Fever can be harmful because

You are the family healthcare professional.  It is your task to explain to your family why they must wear wash their hands and wear disposable gowns and gloves before entering the hospital room of your cousin who just had surgery. Do so by briefly answering the following questions:  a) what are nosocomial infections (1 point); b) what are two factors present in hospitals that contribute to the development of nosocomial infections (hint:  remember the Venn diagram) (2 points); c) what is a common body site for nosocomial infections (1 point); and d) what is a common pathogen that causes nosocomial infections of the body site you listed as your answer to “c”?  (1 point)  

Aerosols of bodily fluids (eg., mucous) would MOST LIKELY participate in ____ transmission of pathogens.

You are caring for a bed-ridden stroke patient who requires regular turning.  This causes the patient pain, and the patient and their family members want to know why turning him is necessary. Using your knowledge of second-line defenses, explain to the patient and the family why regularly turning the patient is essential. a)  What adverse event is the patient at risk for if not turned on a regular basis?  (1 point) b)  Why is the patient at risk for the adverse event you named in part “a” if not turned regularly?  Hint:  the defense process involved is the body’s response to any injury, whether physical or microbial.  (2 points)