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Strep pneumoniae
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What kind of hemolysis is associated with S. pneumoniae? | Alpha hemolysis |
| What does S. pneumoniae typically cause? | bacterial pneumonia |
| What are some predisposing conditions for pneumonia caused by this bacteria? | Alcoholism, diabetes, malnutrition, >65 years old, viral infection |
| What shape can the bacterial morphology be described as? | Lancet shaped |
| What is the drug of choice for S. pneumoniae infections? | Penicillin |