Chapter 12 Summative: Understanding and Preventing Diseases

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What is a communicable disease?

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Which of the following is not a method of transmission for communicable diseases?

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What is the name of the bacterial infection transmitted by ticks?

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What is the best treatment for viral infections?

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Which type of pathogen requires other cells to reproduce?

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Noncommunicable diseases can be caused by:

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A condition where blood vessels thicken and harden is known as:

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The immune system can be trained to eliminate pathogens through:

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What is a common symptom of diabetes?

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Which of the following is considered a risk factor for heart disease?

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Communicable diseases are spread through _______ such as bacteria and viruses.
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A viral infection of the respiratory system commonly known as the flu is called _______ .
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A time without signs or symptoms of a disease is called _______ .
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The method of treating bacterial infections is to use _______ .
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The _______ system helps prevent the spread of diseases by attacking pathogens.
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Conditions like asthma and COPD fall under the category of _______ diseases.
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Washing your hands for at least _______ seconds can prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
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If you do not have a tissue when sneezing, it is recommended to use your _______ .
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A noncontagious condition that affects blood sugar regulation is called _______ .
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The most effective way to eliminate a communicable disease in a population is through _______ .