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WorksheetsChapter 31 – Communicable Diseases Study Guide
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
List three key ways to defend against microorganisms:
1. Wash hands regularly, 2. Get vaccinated, 3. Practice good hygiene
1. Eat more sugar, 2. Avoid all water, 3. Skip sleep
1. Ignore symptoms, 2. Share personal items, 3. Avoid doctors
1. Stay indoors always, 2. Never exercise, 3. Eat only fast food
Match the type of transmission with its description:
Direct Contact
Person-to-person physical contact
Indirect Contact
Touching contaminated surfaces
Airborne
Spread through the air
Vector
Spread by insects or animals
Plantar warts are caused by ____________ and are usually found where?
Human papillomavirus (HPV); usually found on the soles of the feet
Staphylococcus aureus; usually found on the scalp
Herpes simplex virus; usually found on the lips
Candida albicans; usually found in the mouth
Chicken pox is caused by the ____________ virus. Why is it contagious?
Varicella-zoster virus; It is contagious because it spreads through respiratory droplets or direct contact with lesions.
Influenza virus; It is contagious because it spreads through contaminated water.
Hepatitis B virus; It is contagious because it spreads through mosquito bites.
Rabies virus; It is contagious because it spreads through contaminated food.
Vaccinations are important in preventing mumps because:
they help the body develop immunity against the virus.
they cure mumps instantly.
they make mumps symptoms milder.
they prevent all viral diseases.
Compare and contrast: - Measles (Rubeola): ____________________ - Rubella (German measles): ____________________
Measles (Rubeola): Causes high fever, cough, runny nose, and rash; Rubella (German measles): Milder symptoms, rash, and can cause birth defects if contracted during pregnancy.
Measles (Rubeola): Causes mild symptoms and joint pain; Rubella (German measles): Causes severe cough and high fever.
Measles (Rubeola): Only affects adults; Rubella (German measles): Only affects children.
Measles (Rubeola): Causes birth defects if contracted during pregnancy; Rubella (German measles): No risk to pregnancy.
List two symptoms of aseptic meningitis:
Headache, fever (other symptoms may include stiff neck, sensitivity to light)
Cough, chest pain
Abdominal pain, diarrhea
Joint swelling, rash
Prevention is important for this disease because:
it helps reduce the spread and impact of the disease.
it guarantees a complete cure for everyone.
it eliminates the need for any medical treatment.
it makes the disease beneficial to health.
Athletes should avoid play until the spleen is normal because:
there is a risk of spleen rupture if it is enlarged
it improves athletic performance
it prevents dehydration
it helps heal muscle injuries
Laryngitis is inflammation of the ____________. How should it be treated?
Larynx; It should be treated with rest, hydration, and avoiding irritants.
Pharynx; It should be treated with antibiotics and surgery.
Trachea; It should be treated with steroids and inhalers.
Bronchi; It should be treated with bronchodilators and antibiotics.
12. Bronchitis acts like a cold but should be referred to a doctor if __________.
symptoms worsen or do not improve, or if there is difficulty breathing, high fever, or chest pain.
the cough lasts less than a day.
there is mild sneezing only.
the patient feels slightly tired.
A flu vaccine is needed every year because:
the influenza virus changes frequently
the vaccine loses effectiveness after a year
it is required by law
the body forgets the immunity
One common treatment approach for influenza is:
Antiviral medication
Antibiotics
Antifungal drugs
Antihistamines
Fill in the missing lesion types: - __________ - __________ - __________ - __________
Macule, papule, vesicle, pustule.
Macule, nodule, cyst, fissure.
Papule, plaque, scale, ulcer.
Vesicle, bulla, wheal, crust.
Folliculitis is inflammation of what?
Hair follicles.
Sweat glands.
Nerve endings.
Blood vessels.
Boils should not be squeezed because:
Squeezing can spread the infection to other parts of the body.
Squeezing will make the boil heal faster.
Squeezing is the only way to remove the pus.
Squeezing prevents scarring.
18. Tinea pedis is commonly known as ___________________________.
Athlete's foot.
Ringworm.
Jock itch.
Warts.
19. Tinea corporis is also called ___________________________.
Ringworm.
Athlete's foot.
Jock itch.
Impetigo.
20. These infections are spread by:
Direct contact with infected individuals
Exposure to sunlight
Consuming fresh fruits
Regular exercise
The signs of impetigo are:
Honey-colored crusted lesions
Painful deep ulcers
Widespread bruising
Thick, scaly plaques
MRSA is considered dangerous because:
it is resistant to many antibiotics.
it is easy to treat with common antibiotics.
it only causes mild infections.
it cannot spread between people.
What are two prevention methods for herpes?
Avoid direct contact with sores; use protection during sexual activity.
Share personal items with others; avoid washing hands.
Eat spicy foods; exercise regularly.
Take antibiotics; drink plenty of water.
List the three main types of hepatitis:
Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C.
Hepatitis D, Hepatitis E, Hepatitis F.
Hepatitis X, Hepatitis Y, Hepatitis Z.
Hepatitis G, Hepatitis H, Hepatitis I.
25. HIV can lead to ____________.
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome).
Diabetes Mellitus.
Hypertension.
Asthma.
What should you do when you are touching an infected person?
(a)
Communicable diseases are a special concern in sports because:
they can spread quickly among athletes due to close contact.
they only affect individual performance and not teams.
they are less likely to occur in sports settings.
they are not preventable in sports environments.
What two actions are key in preventing and controlling outbreaks?
Use universal precautions; Dispose of contaminated materials safely
Ignore safety protocols; Share contaminated equipment
Delay reporting symptoms; Avoid handwashing
Reuse single-use items; Skip disinfection
What is the primary mode of transmission for the common cold?
Through contaminated food
Through airborne droplets
Through insect bites
Through direct contact with blood
Infectious diseases can spread by contact with
an infected person
a contaminated object
an Infected animal
an environmental source
All of the above.
