Transmission

Question 1

Transfer of microorganisms through touching, biting, kissing, or droplet spread (within 3 feet).

Answer 1

Direct contact

Question 2

Transmission through fomites (inanimate objects) or vectors (insects).

Answer 2

indirect contact

Question 3

Involves droplets or dust that can remain in the air and infect hosts.

Answer 3

airborne transmission

Question 4

Fomite -objects
Vector - animals

Question 5

• The microorganism must find a way to enter the susceptible host.
• When the host’s defense mechanisms are reduced, the microorganism has a greater chance to enter.
⚬ Punctured skin, open wounds, accidental needlesticks
• The skin is the first line of defense and should be kept intact, lubricated, and clean

Answer 5

entrance of microorganism

Question 6

• An organism in which another, usually parasitic, organism is nourished and harbored
• An infection will not develop unless a person is susceptible to the strength and numbers of the microorganism.
• Immunizations have proved effective in providing additional protection against infectious disease

Answer 6

host