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WorksheetsChapter 12 Check Your Knowledge
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
The difference between communicable and noncommunicable diseases is:
Communicable diseases can be spread from person to person, while noncommunicable diseases cannot.
Noncommunicable diseases are always more dangerous than communicable diseases.
Communicable diseases are caused only by bacteria, while noncommunicable diseases are caused by viruses.
Noncommunicable diseases can be spread through air, while communicable diseases cannot.
What communicable disease is also known as pinkeye?
Influenza.
Mononucleosis.
Conjunctivitis.
Tonsillitis.
The method of transmission refers to:
The way a disease spreads from one person to another.
The symptoms caused by a disease.
The treatment used to cure a disease.
The prevention methods for a disease.
Substances that target and kill pathogenic bacteria are called _____
Antibiotics.
Antibodies.
Vaccines.
Hormones.
How can you avoid contributing to antibiotic resistance?
By only using antibiotics when prescribed by a doctor
By taking antibiotics for viral infections
By sharing leftover antibiotics with others
By stopping antibiotics as soon as you feel better
All noncommunicable diseases develop due to lifestyle choices.
True
False
Which of the following actions is not a method to help prevent heart disease?
Eat a healthy diet that includes many fruits and vegetables.
Engage in physical activity.
Use tobacco and alcohol.
8. Which noncommunicable disease is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells?
Diabetes
Cancer
Asthma
Hypertension
9. Which type of diabetes is an autoimmune disease?
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Gestational diabetes
MODY (Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young)
Improper hand washing and heredity are risk factors for noncommunicable diseases.
True
False
Refrigerating and freezing certain foods is an example of a food sanitation practice.
True
False
12. The practice of covering your mouth and nose with a tissue while coughing or sneezing, or sneezing into your sleeve is called:
Respiratory etiquette
Hand hygiene
Social distancing
Personal protection
Making healthy lifestyle choices early in life can help you prevent noncommunicable diseases.
True
False
