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Worksheets8th-Disease Prevention Quiz
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 26mins
What is a communicable disease?
A disease that can be spread to a person from another person, an animal, or an object
A disease that only affects animals
Any condition that interferes with the proper functioning of the body or mind
A disease caused by poor nutrition
What is a vector in the context of disease spread?
An organism, such as an insect, that transmits a pathogen
Able to spread to others by direct or indirect contact
Organisms that are more complex than bacteria, but cannot make their own food
One-celled organisms that are more complex than bacteria
Which of the following is NOT a type of pathogen?
Viruses
Bacteria
Fungi
Algae
Which disease is caused by fungi?
Athlete’s foot
Influenza
Cholera
Malaria
Which disease is NOT caused by viruses?
Chicken pox
Polio
Rabies
Cholera
What is the main response of the nonspecific immune system to pathogens?
Inflammation
Fever
Antibody production
Allergic reaction
The specific immune response can be compared to which of the following?
A general nurse treating all patients the same
A specialized doctor treating with a specific plan
A firefighter putting out any fire
A teacher giving the same lesson to every student
What does immunity refer to?
The body's ability to prevent the invasion of pathogens.
The body's ability to digest food.
The body's ability to produce energy.
The body's ability to grow muscles.
What are antigens?
A substance that sends your immune system into action when your body is invaded by pathogens.
Proteins that attach to antigens and keep them from harming the body.
A preparation of dead or weakened pathogens that causes the immune system to produce antibodies.
Cells that destroy pathogens directly.
What is a vaccine?
A preparation of dead or weakened pathogens that causes the immune system to produce antibodies.
A protein that attaches to antigens.
A substance that invades the body and causes disease.
A cell that destroys antibodies.
Which is NOT a body barrier to disease?
Stomach Acid
What is the very 1st line of defense in the immune system?
The five barriers (e.g., skin, mucous membranes, tears, stomach acid, salivia)
What is the leading cause of death in America?
Heart Disease
Cancer
Accidents
Diabetes
Which of the following is an example of a non-communicable disease?
Cancer
Influenza
Chickenpox
Measles
Lifestyle choices can be a cause of which type of disease?
Non-communicable diseases
Communicable diseases
What is a congenital disorder?
A disorder present when the baby is born
A disorder that develops in adulthood
A disorder caused by bacteria
A disorder that only affects the elderly
Which of the following diseases is mentioned as having no known cause?
Alzheimer’s disease
Diabetes
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Which of the following is a symptom of stroke?
Sudden numbness or weakness
High fever
Rash
Sneezing
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of lung cancer?
Persistent cough
Chest pain
Weight gain
Shortness of breath
What is risk factor for breast cancer?
Genetic mutations (BRCA1 and BRCA2)
Regular exercise
Low-fat diet
Young age
A condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus. It affects the respiratory system.
What is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions?
Alzheimer’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease
Epilepsy
Multiple Sclerosis
Type 2 Diabetes: Which of the following is a risk factor for Type 2 Diabetes?
Obesity
Smoking
Age
All of the above
A disease that causes inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced movement. It greatly impacts daily tasks like dressing, walking, and chores.
What causes cancer?
Cancer is caused by mutations in DNA leading to abnormal cell growth.
A condition when the flow of oxygen-rich blood to a section of the heart muscle is suddenly blocked or severely reduced.
How does diabetes impact daily life?
Diabetes affects daily life through blood sugar monitoring and lifestyle adjustments.
Diabetes is easily managed with exercise alone.
Diabetes can be managed through diet alone.
A chronic brain disorder characterized by frequent seizures, potential behavioral changes, or physical problems functioning. It is caused by electrical surges in the brain cells.
Migraines
Dementia
Stroke
Epilepsy
