Preventing the Spread of Diseases

All of the following is an example of Indirect Contact and spreading Pathogens except:

• Touching a door knob

• Through the air

• Giving some one a hug

• Touching a desk

Communicable diseases are cause by:

• Antibodies

• Biceps

• Neurons

• Pathogens

Pathogens can be spread through contaminated food and water.

• True

• False

Which of the following is not a type of pathogen?

• Bacteria

• Fungi

• Protozoa

• Virus

• Your Pet

You can help prevent the spread of pathogens by coughing into your hands.

• True

• False

How long should you wash your hands with soap and warm water for?

• 5 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 30 seconds

• 1 minute

The common cold is the most common communicable disease.

• True

• False

When you are sick, it is okay to go to crowded public spaces.

• True

• False

How long are you contagious for when you have a communicable disease?

• 1 day

• 3 days

• 14 days

• It depends on the communicable disease

Vaccines are made to cure or treat diseases.

• True

• False