Chapter 14 Flashcards
1
Q
What can the athletic trainer do to prevent the spread of an infectious disease?
A
Hygiene and cleanliness, using ppe
2
Q
How are infectious diseases transmitted from person to person?
A
Airborne, droplet, direct contact, indirect contact
3
Q
How does the immune system respond to an infectious antigen?
A
The cellular system takes over
4
Q
What are the blood-borne pathogens?
A
Diseases that are spread through blood or other body fluids
5
Q
How is HIV transmitted? Why is it eventually fatal?
A
People will generally eventually acquire immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS)
6
Q
Should an athlete who test positive for HBV or HIV be allowed to participate in sports?
A
Yes but with precautions
7
Q
What precautions would an athletic trainer take when dealing with blood?
A
Using PPE
