Gram-positive encapsulated diplococci found in sputum are likely
A) Escherichia coli.
B) Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
C) Streptococcus pneumoniae.
D) Neisseria gonorrhea.
E) Bacillus cereus.

Question

Gram-positive encapsulated diplococci found in sputum are likely
A) Escherichia coli.
B) Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
C) Streptococcus pneumoniae.
D) Neisseria gonorrhea.
E) Bacillus cereus.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pneumoniae is a Gram-positive encapsulated diplococcus that is commonly found in the sputum of patients with pneumonia. Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Bacillus cereus, and Neisseria gonorrhea are not typically found in the respiratory tract and are not associated with pneumonia.

Gram-Positive Encapsulated Diplococci Found in Sputum Are Likely