EOC Flashcards
infection of the fallopian tubes and ovaries is a symptom of what?
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Genital Herpes show up as what?
blister-like sores
what is the first sign of syphilis?
chancre
define antibodies
proteins that destroy or neutralize invading pathogens
what is the name of the test that is used to screen donated blood for HIV antibodies?
Elisa
can a HIV infected mother pass the infection to her baby through breast milk?
yes
what is the only way to avoid STD’s and pregnancy?
abstinence
does a vaccine for STD’s exist?
other than HPV, no
the common cold, flu, STI’s, chicken pox are examples of a ______ disease
communicable
HIV must enter into the ____ in order to infect a person
bloodstream
is type 1 diabetes an inherited disease?
yes
what type of diseases are not transmitted by contact?
non-communicable
what type of STI can be cured?
bacterial
the umbilical cord transports what to the embryo?
oxygen and nutrients
blocked fallopian tubes can cause females to be what?
infertile
what is the leading cause of death in an infant’s 1st years of life?
low birth weight
slight enlargement of one testicle is a sign of what?
testicular cancer
what is a STD that is caused by a virus?
herpes
your overall health and well-being is associated with the __ basic fitness components
5
what are the two best locations to take your pulse?
wrist and neck
define muscular endurance
the ability of the muscles to do difficult physical tasks over a period of time
what is cardiovascular endurance?
the ability of the heart, blood vessels, and respiratory system to supply oxygen and necessary fuel to the muscles during exercise
what is an acceptable percentage of body fat (for good health)?
10% to 25% (12% to 15% for boys)
define anaerobic exercise
any activity that breaks down glucose for energy without using oxygen