The nurse is caring for a client with a bacterial infection. The nurse is explaining this type of infection to the family. The nurse states that bacteria are described and classified by which methods?(Select all that apply.)
1. Ability to use O2
2. Staining
3. Shape
4. Color
5. Weight
1, 2, 3
Rationale 1: Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen.
Rationale 2: Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen.
Rationale 3: Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen.
Rationale 4:Color is incorrect. Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen.
Rationale 5:Weight is incorrect. Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen.
Global Rationale: Bacteria are described and classified by staining, shape, and ability to use oxygen. Color and weight are not factors.
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