Chain of infection/ Stages of transmission Flashcards

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Step 1; Source of infectious agent

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pathogen must be present

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Step 2: Mode of Transmission

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there must by a method which the pathogen can spread from one hosts to another. This can be via direct/indirect contact, droplet, airborne

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Step 3: Susciptible Host

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babies, elderly, chronic illness, compromised immunity, cancer patient

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