Concepts of Microbiology

Cocci are bacteria that are round and spherical in shape.

• True

• False

Parasitic microorganisms are classified as fungi.

• True

• False

Bacteria that are rod shaped are called spirilla.

• True

• False

Infection and disease are caused by microorganisms called pathogens.

• True

• False

Opportunistic diseases only affect the healthy.

• True

• False

Every patient should be considered as a source of infection.

• True

• False

OSHA sets the rules for standard precautions.

• True

• False

Gas or steam under pressure can be used to sterilize objects.

• True

• False

Hand washing is considered a sterile technique.

• True

• False

Viruses cannot reproduce unless they are within another cell.

• True

• False