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Question 1

Select the description that would represent a pathogen that would be considered a virus.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

genetic material that is surrounded by a protein coat and uses a host cell to reproduce

Question 2

If you wanted to reduce your risk of contracting a communicable disease you could __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

wash your hands often

Question 3

If you contract a contagious illness from being bitten by a mosquito, this would be considered contraction through __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

vector contact

Question 4

New research on the treatment of communicable diseases is important because bacteria and viruses can become resistant to treatments. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Question 5

White blood cells use __________ to help identify foreign substances in the body.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

antibodies and antigens

Question 6

After being diagnosed with strep throat, __________ would be a common treatment.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

antibiotics

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a way diseases are spread?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

moisture

Question 8

In order to maintain optimal community health, the BEST plan for communities would be to __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

provide health services and regulate food and water supplies

Question 9

Many people infected with tapeworms may be unaware of the infection due to a lack of symptoms. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Which of the following is a bacterial infection of the lungs that is one of the top ten causes of death in the US each year?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

bacterial pneumonia

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