this organism frequently produces toxins, leading to toxic shock. this organism can form biofilms on medical devices such as artificial joints. this organism is Gram-negative and releases endotoxins. this organism is highly resistant to many antibiotics, including methicillin.

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Staphylococcus epidermidis wound infections can be problematic because
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this organism always causes large abscesses that require surgical treatment.
this organism frequently produces toxins, leading to toxic shock.
this organism can form biofilms on medical devices such as artificial joints.
this organism is Gram-negative and releases endotoxins.
this organism is highly resistant to many antibiotics, including methicillin.
Transcribed Image Text:Staphylococcus epidermidis wound infections can be problematic because Multiple Choice this organism always causes large abscesses that require surgical treatment. this organism frequently produces toxins, leading to toxic shock. this organism can form biofilms on medical devices such as artificial joints. this organism is Gram-negative and releases endotoxins. this organism is highly resistant to many antibiotics, including methicillin.
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