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.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Ability to use O2
2. Staining
3. Shape
4. Color
5. Weight
Correct Answer: 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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