HEALTH THE BASICS
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Chapter 14, Problem 6PQ
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To discuss: The type of environment which sexually transmitted infection pathogens preferred
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The sexually transmitted infections are widely spread through sexual intercourse, mostly through vaginal, oral and anal intercourse. The major symptoms are abnormal vaginal and penile discharges and ulcers around genitals.
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latrogenic infections are a. Caused by a healthcare provider b. Non-contagious c. Caused by insects d. Primary infections.
Match the following terms with their respective definition:
_____1. Carrier a. Insects that transmit infection
_____2. Fomite b. Presence of bacteria in the blood
_____3. Vector c. Person harboring the organism without signs and symptoms of the disease
_____4. Vehicle d. Hospital-acquired infection
_____5. Septicemia e. Infection confined to a limited area
_____6. Fulminant infection f. Inanimate object which can carry microorganisms
_____7. Nosocomial infection g. Multiplying bacteria in the bloodstream
_____8. Local infection h. Biological substances that can carry organism
_____9. Bacteremia i. Presence of toxin in the bloodstream
_____10. Toxemia j. Infection that always leads to death.
What are the different modes of transmission? Select ALL that apply.
a. Direct contact
b. Indirect contact
O c. Animal vectors
O d. Spontaneous generation
□e. Contaminated food or drink
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HEALTH THE BASICS
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Ch. 14 - What factors are contributing to epidemic rises in...Ch. 14 - What actions should individuals and communities...Ch. 14 - Prob. 13WDYTCh. 14 - What actions can you take to reduce your risks?Ch. 14 - Prob. 1PQCh. 14 - Prob. 2PQCh. 14 - Prob. 3PQCh. 14 - Prob. 4PQCh. 14 - Prob. 5PQCh. 14 - Prob. 6PQCh. 14 - Which of the following is correct about HPV? a. It...Ch. 14 - Prob. 8PQCh. 14 - Prob. 9PQCh. 14 - Prob. 10PQCh. 14 - LO 1 | The Process of Infection 1 What are three...Ch. 14 - Prob. 2TAICh. 14 - Prob. 3TAICh. 14 - Prob. 4TAICh. 14 - LO 5 | Common Types of Sexually Transmitted...Ch. 14 - Prob. 6TAICh. 14 - You can always tell when youve got an STI because...Ch. 14 - Some STis can be passed on by skin-to-skin contact...Ch. 14 - Prob. 3AYCh. 14 - Oral sex is safe sex.Ch. 14 - Prob. 5AYCh. 14 - As long as you dont have anal intercourse, you...Ch. 14 - All sexually active females should have a regular...Ch. 14 - Once genital warts have been removed, there is no...Ch. 14 - You can get several STIs at one time.Ch. 14 - Prob. 10AYCh. 14 - Prob. 11AYCh. 14 - All STIs can be cured.Ch. 14 - You can get an STI more than once.Ch. 14 - Prob. 1PQACh. 14 - Prob. 2PQACh. 14 - Prob. 3PQACh. 14 - Prob. 4PQACh. 14 - Prob. 5PQA
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