P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, S. epidermidis, S. viridans, and nontypeable H. influenzae are organisms known to produce biofilm, which facilitates adhesion to surfaces.
Organisms that produce biofilm, which aids in adhesion to surfaces like catheters, include P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, S. epidermidis, S. viridans, and nontypeable H. influenzae.
| Front | Name (5) organisms which produce biofilm |
|---|---|
| Back | P.aeurginosa S.aureus S.epidermidis S.viridans H.influenzae (nontypeable) Biofim facilitates adhesion to surfaces (e.g. - catheters) |
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