GCSE biology development of medicine Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the primary focus of the study of medicine?
The prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness.
True or False: The development of medicine is solely based on scientific research.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a key organ in the human body that plays a vital role in the circulatory system.
heart
What is the significance of the Germ Theory?
It established that many diseases are caused by microorganisms.
Which of the following is NOT a method of disease prevention? A) Vaccination B) Quarantine C) Ignoring symptoms
C) Ignoring symptoms
What are antibiotics used for?
To treat bacterial infections.
True or False: Vaccines work by exposing the immune system to a harmless form of the pathogen.
True
What is the role of the placebo effect in medicine?
It demonstrates the power of the mind in affecting physical health.
What is the term for the study of how drugs interact with the body?
Pharmacology
Fill in the blank: __________ are substances that can cause disease.
Pathogens
What is the purpose of clinical trials?
To test the safety and effectiveness of new treatments.
True or False: All medical treatments are based on proven scientific evidence.
False
What does the term ‘public health’ refer to?
The health of the population as a whole.
Which historical figure is known for developing the principles of antisepsis?
Joseph Lister
What is the role of a vaccine?
To stimulate the immune system to develop immunity to a specific pathogen.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the study of diseases and their causes.
Pathology
What are the two main types of cells in the human body?
Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
True or False: The body can develop immunity to a disease after infection.
True
What is one major ethical consideration in medical research?
Informed consent from participants.
Which of the following is a common method of drug delivery? A) Inhalation B) Injection C) Oral C) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is a common side effect of antibiotics?
Disruption of normal gut flora.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process by which the body fights off infection.
Immune response
What is the main function of red blood cells?
To transport oxygen throughout the body.
True or False: Chronic diseases can be cured completely.
False
