Infectious Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
Give five examples of bacterial diseases.
A
E. coli Tetanus Chlamydia HIV/AIDS The Flu
2
Q
How do bacteria cause diseases? (2 ways)
A
They can use the cells and tissues of the infected organism as food.
They can release toxins into the body that interfere with normal functions.
3
Q
What is a disease?
A
any change, other than injury, that sirupts normal functions of the body.
4
Q
What are five agents of disease?
A
Viruses Fungi Bacteria Protists Worms
5
Q
How are diseases spread?
A
Through physical contact, sneezing, coughing, contaminated water or food and infected animals.
6
Q
What is the aseptic technique?
A
Going through procedure under sterile conditions.
7
Q
What are ways to prevent disease?
A
Wash hands, cook food properly, avoid contact with infected.
8
Q
Define virulence.
A
extreme harmfulness
