Compare vaccinations and anti-viral drugs as medical approaches to viruses Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of vaccinations?
To stimulate the immune system to recognize and fight specific viruses.
True or False: Vaccinations can provide long-lasting immunity to viruses.
True.
Fill in the blank: Anti-viral drugs are primarily used to __________ the replication of viruses.
inhibit.
Which of the following is a key difference between vaccinations and anti-viral drugs? A) Vaccinations treat active infections, B) Anti-viral drugs prevent infections, C) Vaccinations prepare the immune system for future exposures, D) None of the above.
C) Vaccinations prepare the immune system for future exposures.
What is an example of an anti-viral drug?
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu).
True or False: Vaccinations can be administered after a person has contracted a virus to cure the infection.
False.
What is herd immunity in the context of vaccinations?
A form of indirect protection from infectious diseases that occurs when a large percentage of a population becomes immune.
Fill in the blank: Vaccinations often require __________ doses to achieve full immunity.
multiple.
Compare the onset of action between vaccinations and anti-viral drugs.
Vaccinations take time to build immunity, while anti-viral drugs can act quickly to reduce viral load.
What is a potential limitation of anti-viral drugs compared to vaccinations?
Anti-viral drugs may not be effective against all strains of a virus and can lead to drug resistance.
