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WorksheetsInfectious Diseases
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
An infectious disease is caused by ____ that invade the body.
hormones
pathogens
allergens
vitamins
Which of the following is NOT listed as a major type of pathogen?
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
Stem cells
Which list shows the five pathogen groups mentioned in the lecture?
Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa, Parasites
Bacteria, Hormones, Fungi, Carbohydrates, Parasites
Viruses, Metals, Fungi, Protozoa, Allergens
Bacteria, Viruses, Yeast, Protozoa, Vitamins
Which barrier is part of the body's first line of defense?
Skin
Pancreas
Kidneys
Bone marrow
Cilia and mucous membranes mainly protect which system?
Digestive
Respiratory
Endocrine
Urinary
During which infection stage do symptoms begin?
Incubation
Prodromal
Clinical
Recovery
In the prodromal stage, pathogens _____.
stop multiplying
multiply while you are asymptomatic
are eliminated by antibiotics
cause severe symptoms
Bacteria are _____.
tiny particles that replicate only inside cells
single-celled organisms; some cause disease
nonliving agents of disease
large multicellular parasites
Colds, flu, measles, chicken pox, hepatitis, and AIDS are examples of _____ diseases.
bacterial
viral
fungal
parasitic
Athlete’s foot and ringworm are examples of _____ infections.
viral
bacterial
fungal
protozoan
Malaria is caused by protozoa and spread by _____.
contaminated food
mosquitoes
contact with skin
airborne droplets
Antibiotics are used to _____.
kill or slow bacteria
treat most viral infections
increase antibody production
prevent fungal growth only
Antibiotic resistance occurs when _____.
viruses mutate
bacteria can no longer be killed by a particular antibiotic
fungi invade warm, moist areas
parasites feed on nutrients
Which statement about antivirals and antibiotics is correct?
Antibiotics work for viruses.
Antivirals are effective for all bacteria.
Viruses are not affected by antibiotics.
Antivirals cure fungal infections.
Which action helps treat parasitic head lice?
Taking antibiotics
Using medicated shampoos
Increasing vitamin intake
Getting a tetanus shot
Which is part of good hygiene to stay well?
Share drinks to build immunity
Avoid sleep to keep active
Wash with soap frequently
Skip vaccinations
Which physical or chemical barrier kills many bacteria?
Lymph nodes
Stomach acid
Adrenaline
Insulin
Inflammation is characterized by _____.
ringing in the ears
pain, redness, and swelling
high blood pressure
low body temperature
Antibodies _____.
are parasites that absorb nutrients
mark pathogens to be destroyed by white blood cells
are viruses that replicate inside cells
are vaccines that prevent disease
Which behavior reduces the spread of disease at school?
Sharing personal items
Covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze
Avoiding all exercise
Skipping handwashing
