Lab: Epidemiology- Yellow Spotted Fever Flashcards
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What is epidemiology?
The study of the distinction and transmission of disease
Epidemiology involves tracing the pattern of infection and identifying sources of disease.
What is a challenge in epidemiology?
Not all contributing factors are apparent
Missing pieces of the puzzle may lead to theoretical conclusions without complete proof.
What should you be able to propose after completing the yellow spotted fever exercise?
An explanation for the spread of yellow spotted fever
What do epidemiologists study?
Patterns of disease spread and sources of infection
What is the first step in the procedure for the yellow spotted fever exercise?
Divide a TSA plate in half and label with your assigned number
During the exercise, what should students do with the penny candy?
Handle the candy thoroughly by rubbing fingers over all surfaces
What should odd numbered students do during the first inoculation?
Inoculate the left half of a TSA plate
What should even numbered students do during the first inoculation?
Leave the plate untouched
What do students do after shaking hands with their partners?
Record the number of the student they shook hands with
What is the second step involving the TSA plate on DAY ONE?
All students inoculate the right side of their TSA plate
What should students check for on DAY TWO?
Growth of yellow colonies (Gram positive cocci)
What should students do with their results on DAY TWO?
Record results on the board
What is the final goal of the exercise?
Determine who originally started the epidemic of yellow spotted fever
