Communicable Disease (pathogens) Flashcards
1
Q
What is a pathogen?
A
A pathogen is any microorganisms that cause infectious disease
2
Q
how does the body prevent pathogens getting into the body?
A
- Tears
- stomach acid
- clotting of blood
- oils on skin
3
Q
How can pathogens enter your body?
A
- mouth
- eyes
- nose
- ears
- genitals
4
Q
how can pathogens be spread?
A
Physically-sti
Water-borne-contaminated water
Air-cough, sneeze.
