Question 1

All of the following are effective strategies for preventing the common cold EXCEPT:&#10;A)avoid stress overload.&#10;B)avoid exercise.&#10;C)wash hands frequently.&#10;D)replace toothbrush regularly.

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Exercise is actually a helpful strategy for preventing the common cold, as it can strengthen the immune system. Avoiding stress overload, washing hands frequently, and replacing a toothbrush regularly are all effective strategies for preventing the common cold.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about the treatment of bacterial infections is NOT true?&#10;A)Antibiotics work only against specific types of bacteria.&#10;B)Antibiotics can kill bacteria without harming our cells.&#10;C)Tests can identify a particular bacterial strain.&#10;D)Antiviral drugs may be used to treat bacterial infections.

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Antiviral drugs are used to treat viral infections, not bacterial infections. Antibiotics are the primary treatment for bacterial infections, but they only work against specific types of bacteria. Tests can identify the specific bacterial strain causing an infection, which can help guide antibiotic treatment. Additionally, antibiotics are designed to kill bacteria without harming our cells.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about foodborne illnesses is true?&#10;A)The majority of foodborne illnesses are caused by viruses.&#10;B)E.coli and Salmonella can cause foodborne illnesses.&#10;C)Foodborne illnesses can make you sick but not enough to die.&#10;D)Foodborne illnesses affect a few hundred Americans each year.

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E.coli and Salmonella are both bacterial pathogens that can cause foodborne illnesses. A majority of foodborne illnesses are actually caused by bacteria, not viruses. Foodborne illnesses can range from mild to severe and can sometimes lead to death, depending on the severity of the illness and the individual's overall health. In reality, millions of Americans are affected by foodborne illnesses each year.

Question 4

The time between a pathogen invasion and the development of the first symptoms is called the:&#10;A)primary infection.&#10;B)incubation period.&#10;C)prodromal period.&#10;D)recovery period.

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The incubation period is the time between pathogen invasion and the development of symptoms. Primary infection refers to the initial infection caused by the pathogen. Prodromal period is the time between the onset of nonspecific symptoms and specific symptoms of an illness, and recovery period is the time it takes for a person to recover from an illness.

Question 5

The antibody-containing portion of the blood fluid (plasma)is called:&#10;A)gamma globulin.&#10;B)a B cell.&#10;C)a lymph node.&#10;D)an antigen.

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The gamma globulin portion of the plasma contains antibodies produced by B cells in response to the presence of specific antigens. Therefore, A) gamma globulin is the correct choice. B) B cells are cells that produce antibodies, but they are not the antibody-containing portion of the plasma. C) Lymph nodes are small organs that contain immune cells, but they do not relate to the antibody-containing portion of plasma. D) Antigens are molecules that are recognized by the immune system and can stimulate an immune response, but they are not the antibody-containing portion of the plasma.

Question 6

Which statement concerning the treatment of viruses is NOT true?&#10;A)Antibiotics have no effect on viruses.&#10;B)It is difficult to find drugs that will harm a virus and not human cells.&#10;C)Antiviral drugs completely eradicate viral infections.&#10;D)Antiviral drugs are most effective when taken before an infection develops.

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Antiviral drugs cannot completely eradicate viral infections, but they can help to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. Vaccines are often the most effective way to prevent viral infections.

Question 7

Organisms that lack chlorophyll and consist of reproductive spores and threadlike fibers are:&#10;A)bacteria.&#10;B)helminths.&#10;C)fungi.&#10;D)viruses.

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Organisms that lack chlorophyll and consist of reproductive spores and threadlike fibers are fungi. Bacteria are unicellular organisms and do not have threadlike fibers. Helminths are multicellular organisms but are not spore-forming. Viruses are not considered living organisms and do not have spores or fibers.

Question 8

A bacterial infection called Lyme disease is spread by:&#10;A)raccoons.&#10;B)ticks.&#10;C)mosquitoes.&#10;D)dogs.

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Lyme disease is spread by ticks, specifically the black-legged or deer tick. The disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks.

Question 9

Any substance that the white blood cells recognize as foreign is known as a(n):&#10;A)antigen.&#10;B)gamma globulin.&#10;C)B cell.&#10;D)lymph node.

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An antigen is any substance that the immune system recognizes as foreign and triggers an immune response to. This can include viruses, bacteria, toxins, and other foreign substances. White blood cells, including B cells and T cells, play a key role in recognizing and responding to antigens. Gamma globulin is a type of antibody that can be used to treat certain immune system disorders, but it is not the same as an antigen. Lymph nodes are small organs in the lymphatic system that help filter and trap foreign particles, including antigens, but they are not themselves antigens.

Question 10

During which stage of the infection process is an individual highly contagious?&#10;A)initial exposure&#10;B)incubation period&#10;C)prodromal period&#10;D)recovery period

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The prodromal period is the stage during which an individual is highly contagious because the virus or bacteria is replicating rapidly and the individual may experience early symptoms such as fever, coughing, or sneezing, which can spread the infection to others.

Question 11

Simple one-celled organisms that are the most plentiful pathogens are:&#10;A)bacteria.&#10;B)viruses.&#10;C)fungi.&#10;D)protozoa.

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Question 12

A host is:&#10;A)the vehicle that carries the pathogen.&#10;B)a person or population that comes in contact with a pathogen.&#10;C)a submicroscopic infectious agent.&#10;D)the intermediate reservoir where the pathogen lives.

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The answer of A host is:&#10;A)the vehicle that carries the...

Question 13

A biological or physical vehicle that carries an agent to a host represents a:&#10;A)vector.&#10;B)host.&#10;C)pathogen.&#10;D)lymphocyte.

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The answer of A biological or physical vehicle that carries...

Question 14

A disease-causing microorganism is called a:&#10;A)vector.&#10;B)host.&#10;C)lymphoid.&#10;D)pathogen.

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The answer of A disease-causing microorganism is called a:&#10;A)vector.&#10;B)host.&#10;C)lymphoid.&#10;D)pathogen....

Question 15

Protozoa:&#10;A)are a major health threat in the U.S.&#10;B)are responsible for diseases like malaria and amoebic dysentery.&#10;C)are multicelled microscopic worms.&#10;D)must be removed surgically.

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Question 16

Small parasitic worms that attack specific tissues or organs are known as:&#10;A)viruses.&#10;B)fungi.&#10;C)protozoa.&#10;D)helminths.

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The answer of Small parasitic worms that attack specific tissues...

Question 17

All of the following are true statements concerning mononucleosis EXCEPT:&#10;A)A blood test can determine if an individual has mononucleosis.&#10;B)Symptoms of mono include sore throat,headache,and fever.&#10;C)Major symptoms of mono may last up to three weeks.&#10;D)Mononucleosis is most common among the elderly.

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The answer of All of the following are true statements...

Question 18

The tiniest and toughest pathogens are:&#10;A)viruses.&#10;B)helminths.&#10;C)protozoa.&#10;D)bacteria.

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The answer of The tiniest and toughest pathogens are:&#10;A)viruses.&#10;B)helminths.&#10;C)protozoa.&#10;D)bacteria....

Question 19

Fungi:&#10;A)are single-celled organisms.&#10;B)are filled with chlorophyll.&#10;C)release enzymes that digest cells.&#10;D)are least likely to attach hair covered areas of the body.

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The answer of Fungi:&#10;A)are single-celled organisms.&#10;B)are filled with chlorophyll.&#10;C)release enzymes...

Question 20

The result of being hypersensitivity to a substance in one's diet or environment is a(n):&#10;A)allergy&#10;B)immune deficiency&#10;C)cytokine reaction&#10;D)antigen

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The answer of The result of being hypersensitivity to a...

Question 21

All of the following statements are true regarding cholesterol EXCEPT:&#10;A)It is manufactured by the body.&#10;B)It is found in certain foods.&#10;C)It is not a reliable indicator of plaque in the arteries.&#10;D)Its levels can be reduced through diet and exercise.

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The answer of All of the following statements are true...

Question 22

Which of the following statements about strokes is NOT true?&#10;A)Strokes occur when blood supply to the brain is blocked.&#10;B)The incidence of stroke among those ages 20 to 45 is increasing.&#10;C)Men have more strokes than women.&#10;D)There are two types of stroke,ischemic and hemorrhagic.

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The answer of Which of the following statements about strokes...

Question 23

Adenoviruses are more likely to cause upper respiratory infections during which season?&#10;A)spring&#10;B)summer&#10;C)fall&#10;D)winter

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The answer of Adenoviruses are more likely to cause upper...

Question 24

Which of the following does not describe lipoproteins?&#10;A)They are compounds in the blood that are made up of protein and fat.&#10;B)They are classified by their size or density.&#10;C)LDLs are the &#34;bad&#34; type of lipoproteins.&#10;D)HDLs carry more cholesterol and deposit it on artery walls.

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The answer of Which of the following does not describe...

Question 25

The smallest blood vessels,which supply oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the tissues,are called:&#10;A)vena cava.&#10;B)arteries.&#10;C)veins.&#10;D)capillaries.

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The answer of The smallest blood vessels,which supply oxygen and...

Question 26

An inflammation and/or infection of the liver caused by a virus is probably:&#10;A)meningitis.&#10;B)mononucleosis&#10;C)hepatitis&#10;D)chronic-fatigue syndrome.

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The answer of An inflammation and/or infection of the liver...

Question 27

If pathogens are able to spread into the bloodstream,they can cause:&#10;A)abscesses.&#10;B)systemic disease.&#10;C)immune deficiency.&#10;D)allergies.

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The answer of If pathogens are able to spread into...

Question 28

Which of the following statements about meningitis is NOT true?:&#10;A)The early symptoms are unmistakable and very severe.&#10;B)Meningitis attacks the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.&#10;C)Meningitis spreads through the exchange of respiratory droplets.&#10;D)High fever,headache,and neck stiffness are hallmark symptoms of meningitis.

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The answer of Which of the following statements about meningitis...

Question 29

Which of the following parameters describes what is considered a normal blood pressure reading?&#10;A)systolic below 120;diastolic below 80&#10;B)systolic between 120-139;diastolic between 80-89&#10;C)systolic between 140-159;diastolic between 90-99&#10;D)systolic above 160;diastolic above 100

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The answer of Which of the following parameters describes what...

Question 30

A disease outbreak that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects a high proportion of the population is a(n):&#10;A)outbreak.&#10;B)pandemic.&#10;C)epidemic.&#10;D)incidence.

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The answer of A disease outbreak that occurs over a...

Question 31

All of the following statements are true concerning immunity and gender EXCEPT:&#10;A)Women's immune systems respond more vigorously to common infections.&#10;B)Women are twice as likely to experience anaphylactic shock.&#10;C)More men than women have autoimmune diseases.&#10;D)When exposed to an antigen,women produce more antibodies than men do.

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The answer of All of the following statements are true...

Question 32

Hypertension is:&#10;A)high blood pressure.&#10;B)low blood pressure.&#10;C)blood glucose.&#10;D)cholesterol.

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The answer of Hypertension is:&#10;A)high blood pressure.&#10;B)low blood pressure.&#10;C)blood glucose.&#10;D)cholesterol....

Question 33

Influenza:&#10;A)causes less severe and shorter lasting symptoms than the common cold.&#10;B)is not very contagious.&#10;C)is transmitted by coughs,laughs,sneezes,and normal conversation.&#10;D)is caused by bacteria.

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Question 34

If hypertension is left untreated,it may lead to the development of all of the following health conditions EXCEPT:&#10;A)kidney failure.&#10;B)sickle-cell anemia.&#10;C)stroke.&#10;D)blindness.

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The answer of If hypertension is left untreated,it may lead...

Question 35

All of the following are risk factors for cancer EXCEPT:&#10;A)obesity.&#10;B)healthy diet.&#10;C)infectious agents.&#10;D)heredity.

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The answer of All of the following are risk factors...

Question 36

The term myocardial infarction describes a(n):&#10;A)infection of the pericardium.&#10;B)heart attack.&#10;C)spasm of the heart.&#10;D)hardening of the heart.

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Question 37

Malignant tumors:&#10;A)are benign.&#10;B)grow and crowd out or replace healthy cells.&#10;C)do not metastasize.&#10;D)are not cancerous.

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Question 38

The heart muscle is called the:&#10;A)myocardium.&#10;B)endocardium.&#10;C)pericardium.&#10;D)cardial layer.

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The answer of The heart muscle is called the:&#10;A)myocardium.&#10;B)endocardium.&#10;C)pericardium.&#10;D)cardial layer....

Question 39

Which of the following would not be a risk factor for stroke?&#10;A)Estrogen-only therapy&#10;B)Diabetes mellitus&#10;C)Low blood pressure&#10;D)Hypertension

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The answer of Which of the following would not be...

Question 40

Which of the following potential risks for heart disease can be controlled?&#10;A)male pattern baldness&#10;B)race&#10;C)psychosocial factors&#10;D)age

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The answer of Which of the following potential risks for...

Question 41

An infection caused by a yeast that commonly occurs in the vagina is called ________________.

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The answer of An infection caused by a yeast that...

Question 42

The leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women is:&#10;A)colon cancer.&#10;B)pancreatic cancer.&#10;C)leukemia.&#10;D)lung cancer.

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The answer of The leading cause of cancer deaths in...

Question 43

The cancer that forms in the supporting or connective tissues is known as:&#10;A)carcinoma.&#10;B)sarcoma.&#10;C)leukemia.&#10;D)lymphoma.

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The answer of The cancer that forms in the supporting...

Question 44

A microorganism that produces disease is called a _____________.

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Question 45

All of the following are warning signs of Melanoma EXCEPT:&#10;A)Mole that has uniform pigmentation.&#10;B)Mole that has border irregularity.&#10;C)Mole that is larger than 6 mm in diameter.&#10;D)Mole that is asymmetrical.

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The answer of All of the following are warning signs...

Question 46

____________ is an inflammation or infection of the liver caused by a virus.

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The answer of ____________ is an inflammation or infection of...

Question 47

A _________ is a parasitic roundworm or flatworm.

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The answer of A _________ is a parasitic roundworm or...

Question 48

_________________occurs when the body responds to a tissue injury.It is characterized by swelling and the dilation of blood vessles.

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Question 49

__________ __________ is by far the most commonly reported vector-borne infectious disease in the United States caused by a bacterium carried by a tick.

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Question 50

Cervical cancer:&#10;A)is the most common cancer in women.&#10;B)is more likely to occur to women who engaged in sexual activity before age 16.&#10;C)is less likely to occur if a woman has had multiple sexual partners.&#10;D)is not related to HPV infection.

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Question 51

___________ are one-celled microscopic organisms that are the most plentiful pathogens.

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Question 52

Which of the following statements regarding testicular cancer is NOT true?&#10;A)It occurs mostly in men ages 55 to 65.&#10;B)A risk factor is an undescended testicle.&#10;C)Chronic marijuana use increases the risk.&#10;D)A first sign of cancer is a slight enlargement of one testicle.

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The answer of Which of the following statements regarding testicular...

Question 53

____________________ is a highly infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs and claims the lives of more people than any acute infectious disease other than pneumonia.

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Question 54

The highest pressure when the heart contracts is ___________ _____________ pressure.

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Question 55

__________ __________ __________ is a cluster of symptoms the most primary being debilitating fatigue and whose cause is unknown.

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Question 56

A _____________disease is when a pathologic condition spreads throughout the body.

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Question 57

Which of the following is not an increased risk factor for breast cancer?&#10;A)Family history.&#10;B)Having a first period before age 12.&#10;C)A woman having her first child in her twenties.&#10;D)Sedentary lifestyle.

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The answer of Which of the following is not an...

Question 58

______________ is a potentially fatal illness that attacks the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.

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Question 59

____________________ are means of transmission for infectious diseases.

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Question 60

The _________ ___________ is the time between a pathogen's entrance into the body and the first symptom.

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Question 61

A ________________ is either of two lower chambers of the heart which pump blood out of the heart and into the arteries.

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Question 62

Classify the five different types of pathogens and provide examples of diseases for each pathogen.

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Question 63

Hypertension is another name for _________ _____________ _____________.

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Question 64

Match the items.&#10;a.tuberculosis&#10;b.carcinoma&#10;c.high blood pressure&#10;d.leukemia&#10;e.allergy&#10;f.stroke&#10;g.heart attack&#10;h.High Density Lipoprotein&#10;i.cervical cancer&#10;j.hepatitis&#10;hypertension

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The answer of Match the items.&#10;a.tuberculosis&#10;b.carcinoma&#10;c.high blood pressure&#10;d.leukemia&#10;e.allergy&#10;f.stroke&#10;g.heart attack&#10;h.High Density...

Deck 10: Major Diseases