Disease Terminology

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Which statement best defines an infectious disease?

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A disease caused by harmful microorganisms that can spread from person to person

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Which scenario best illustrates an emerging disease?

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A newly identified infection that has recently appeared in multiple countries

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Cholera primarily affects which body system and is typically transmitted how?

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Small intestine; through contaminated water or food

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Which description best distinguishes an epidemic from normal disease levels?

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A sudden increase in cases of a specific disease within a short period in a population or area

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Which statement accurately contrasts an outbreak with an epidemic?

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An outbreak is a more localized occurrence of cases above expected levels in a specific area or setting

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Which of the following illness is caused by pathogens? Bruise, Blood Clot, Diabetes, Influenza

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Influenza

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The flu is caused by a ______________.

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virus

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_______ can give you athlete's foot.

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Fungi

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A disease that can pass from one organism to another is a(n)

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infectious disease.

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Which is NOT a way infected diseases are spread?

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