Enterococcus

Question 1

Where does Enterococcus inhabit in the body?

Answer 1

The GI Tract

Question 2

Does Enterococcus survive well in the environment?

Answer 2

YES

Question 3

Are enterococcus infections considered nosocomial infections?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

Enterococcus is associated with which drug resistance?

Answer 4

Vancomycin Resistance

Question 5

Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Enterococcus are all considered what type of bacteria?

Answer 5

Gram Positive Cocci