Which Nonfermenter is Considered by Government Agencies to Be a Potential

Question

Which nonfermenter is considered by government agencies to be a potential bioterrorist agent?
A) Moraxella catarrhalis
B) Burkholderia mallei
C) Pseudomonas putida
D) B. gladioli

Accepted Answer

Burkholderia mallei, also known as glanders, is considered a potential bioterrorist agent by government agencies due to its ability to cause severe disease in both humans and animals. It is classified as a Category B bioterrorism agent by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Moraxella catarrhalis and Pseudomonas putida are not considered potential bioterrorist agents, and while B. gladioli can cause disease in humans, it is not typically associated with bioterrorism.