The Toxic Condition Caused by the Multiplication of Bacteria in the Blood

Question

The toxic condition caused by the multiplication of bacteria in the blood is referred to as
A)bacteremia.
B)septicemia.
C)shock.
D)bloodborne infection.

Accepted Answer

Septicemia, also known as sepsis, is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition caused by the spread of bacteria throughout the bloodstream. Bacteremia refers to the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream but may not necessarily cause symptoms or be harmful. Shock and bloodborne infection are general terms that may not specifically refer to the condition described.