Which of the Following is an Example of a Primary

Question

Which of the following is an example of a primary bacteremia source?
A) An infected heart valve
B) A case of pneumonia
C) A patient with hepatitis
D) A wound abscess

Accepted Answer

A primary bacteremia source refers to the initial site of infection where bacteria have entered the bloodstream. An infected heart valve can be a source of primary bacteremia. Pneumonia, hepatitis, and wound abscesses are examples of secondary bacteremia sources where bacteria have spread from another infected site to the bloodstream.