Causes of Disease

Question 1

Which of the following statements describe etiology? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Etiology is important for understanding how to prevent diseases.; Etiology is the study of disease causality; Etiology is vital to discovering cures for disease.; Etiology is important for developing effective treatments.

Question 2

Which of the following change with time? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

understanding of disease causes; treatments for disease; disease prevention methods

Question 3

Which of the following are true regarding direct causes of disease? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Direct diseases are easier to understand than indirect diseases.; Direct diseases have no interferences between the disease and the person.; Direct diseases can be caused by environmental factors such as the sun

Question 4

Which of the following statements about indirect causes of disease are true? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Indirect causes of disease are usually multifactorial.; Indirect causes of disease can be genetic.

Question 5

Sickle-cell anemia is passed from parents to children because of

Revolt · Accepted Answer

genetic factors.

Question 6

Which of the following statements are true regarding pathogens? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Influenza can cause an upset stomach.; Viruses cannot reproduce on their own.

Question 7

Which of the following are examples of pathogens? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

bacteria; fungi; viruses

Question 8

Which of the following statements on environmental factors are correct? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Environmental factors can directly and indirectly lead to disease.; Pollution in the air and water are environmental factors.

Question 9

What are some lifestyle factors that can easily be changed? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

exercise; nutrition

Question 10

What are some pathogens that can directly cause disease? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

bacteria; parasites; mold

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