Patho Ch 6 Infection

What pathogen can be treated by antibiotics

• virus

• bacteria

• protozoa

• fungi

Can the flu (virus) be treated with antibiotics?

• yes

• no

How long should you wash your hands?

• Until they are completely wet

• for at least 20 seconds

• one minute

A pathogen is an organism that...

• does not cause disease.

• helps break down compost.

• causes disease.

• is none of the above.

Microorganisms cause illness by...

• producing toxins.

• invading the cells.

• causing allergic reactions.

• all of the above.

Microorganism are spread by...

• direct contact, indirect contact, insects, and pests.

• an airborne and oral route.

• dirty hands, sneezing, and sexual contact.

• all of the above.

The symptoms of a localized infection include...

• fever and increased pulse.

• redness and swelling.

• hear and fever.

• nausea and vomiting.

Asepsis is...

• a method used to make the environment a germ-free as possible.

• abnormal functioning.

• a sterile condition free from all germs.

• standard procedure for cleaning the equipment.

Personal protective wear includes...

• a uniform, earplugs, and lab coat.

• gloves, safety googles/glasses, and a uniform.

• safety googles/glasses, gloves and non-permeable lab coat.

• safety goggles/glasses, gloves and a baseball cap.

What is the easiest and most effective way to break the chain of infection?

• getting vaccinated

• eating healthy

• handwashing