Infection And Response Flashcards
(60 cards)
What is a communicable disease?
A disease that can be transmitted from one person to another.
True or False: All communicable diseases are caused by pathogens.
True
Fill in the blank: The three main types of pathogens are bacteria, viruses, and ______.
fungi
What is the primary mode of transmission for respiratory diseases?
Airborne droplets.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission for communicable diseases? A) Direct contact B) Vector Borne C) Genetic mutation
C) Genetic mutation
What is an example of a vector-borne disease?
Malaria.
True or False: Vaccination can prevent some communicable diseases.
True
What is the role of the immune system in communicable diseases?
To identify and eliminate pathogens.
Fill in the blank: Pathogens that cause infectious diseases include bacteria, viruses, ______, and parasites.
fungi
What is the purpose of public health measures in controlling communicable diseases?
To prevent the spread of diseases and protect community health.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus? A) Tuberculosis B) Influenza C) Malaria
B) Influenza
What is herd immunity?
When a large percentage of a population is immune to a disease, reducing its spread.
True or False: Antibiotics are effective against viral infections.
False
What is a common symptom of many communicable diseases?
Fever.
Fill in the blank: The World Health Organization (WHO) is responsible for ______ global health initiatives.
coordinating
What is the difference between endemic and epidemic?
Endemic refers to a disease regularly found in a particular area, while epidemic refers to a sudden increase in cases beyond what is normally expected.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a method of disease prevention? A) Quarantine B) Ignoring symptoms C) Close contact
A) Quarantine
What is a zoonotic disease?
A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
True or False: All communicable diseases can be prevented with good hygiene practices.
False
What is the importance of sanitation in controlling communicable diseases?
It helps reduce the spread of pathogens.
Fill in the blank: The primary vector for Lyme disease is the ______.
tick
What is the incubation period?
The time between exposure to a pathogen and the appearance of symptoms.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes a pandemic? A) A local outbreak B) An epidemic that spreads across multiple countries C) A disease that is always present
B) An epidemic that spreads across multiple countries
True or False: Immunization can lead to herd immunity.
True
