Module 6_ Biostat_2A

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a factor that can influence the transmission of diseases?

• Poor sanitation

• Regular exercise

• Balanced diet

• Adequate sleep

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases in public health?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a factor that increases the risk of laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs)?

• Proper use of personal protective equipment

• Frequent hand washing

• Handling infectious materials without precautions

• Regular equipment sterilization

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs)?

• Infections acquired outside laboratory settings

• Infections acquired by laboratory personnel through occupational exposure to infectious agents

• Infections that only affect animals in laboratories

• Infections that are always mild and non-fatal

Open Ended

Explain how laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs) can pose a threat to both laboratory personnel and the general population.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are individual health risks associated with laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs)?

• Skin infections

• Respiratory illnesses

• Gastrointestinal infections

• Systemic infections

Open Ended

Describe the major public health implications of laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs).

Fill in the Blank

LAIs can result in increased healthcare costs, lost productivity, and legal liability. This describes the ___ impact of LAIs.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following bacteria is responsible for causing both skin infections and sepsis?

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Streptococcus pyogenes

• Neisseria meningitidis

• Salmonella enterica

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illness is caused by pathogens?

• Bruise
• Blood Clot
• Diabetes
• Influenza

Multiple Choice

Which of the following fungi can cause pulmonary aspergillosis?

• Candida albicans

• Histoplasma capsulatum

• Aspergillus fumigatus

• Cryptococcus neoformans

Fill in the Blank

Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite that causes ___.

Multiple Select

Select all the correct routes of transmission for laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs) as depicted in the image.

• Sexually

• Blood transfusion

• Work accident in the laboratory

• Airborne

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a route of transmission for laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs)?

• Inhalation

• Skin and mucous membrane contact

• Ingestion

• Sound exposure

Fill in the Blank

Needle-stick injuries during administration or handling of LAIs can lead to ___ wounds.

Fill in the Blank

Contact between mucous membranes and ___ materials is a route of exposure in the laboratory.

Open Ended

Explain how poor hygiene practices can increase the risk of acquiring infections in the laboratory.

Open Ended

Describe two ways in which laboratory equipment can contribute to the transmission of infections.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered environmental risk factors for acquiring infections in the laboratory?

• Contaminated work surfaces

• Lack of training

• Inadequate ventilation

• Poor waste management practices

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a prevention strategy for Laboratory-Acquired Infections (LAIs)?

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Hygiene Practices

• Disinfection Protocols

• Ignoring safety guidelines

Open Ended

List and briefly describe two types of personal protective equipment (PPE) shown in the images that are used to prevent LAIs.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important hygiene practices for preventing LAIs?

• Washing hands regularly

• Eating and drinking in the lab

• Following lab safety rules

• Tasting chemicals

Fill in the Blank

Disinfection protocols in the laboratory include proper disposal of ___ waste.

Fill in the Blank

Effective prevention strategies, such as personal protective equipment, hygiene practices, and disinfection protocols, minimize the risk of ___, ensuring lab safety.

Multiple Choice

Communicable diseases are transmitted from one person to another, while non-communicable diseases are not. Can you name one factor that influences the transmission of communicable diseases?

• Direct contact with infected individuals

• Genetic predisposition

• Poor nutrition

• Lack of exercise

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson, what is one key difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases that you learned?