Communicable Disease Flashcard

Front

How many types of germs are there?

Back

4

Front

Which answer is NOT a germ? Bacteria, Protozoa, Fungi, Salmonella

Back

Salmonella

Front

You need a microscope to see ___ germs.

Back

All

Front

Germs are non-living organisms.

Back

False

Front

These diseases are contagious and spread from person to person.

Back

Communicable

Front

Another word for “a harmful disease causing pathogen” is..

Back

Germ

Front

An abnormal reaction (as by sneezing, itching, or rashes) to substances, situations, or physical conditions

Back

Allergy

Front

A condition that affects a person's airways or breathing tubes.

Back

Asthma

Front

____ blood cells are the body's line of defense against pathogens.

Back

White

Front

How many lines of defense does your body have against pathogens?

Back

5