Communicable diseases

Which is an uncontrollable risk factor that puts individuals at more risk for contracting a disease?

Age

Which is a function of the centers for disease control and prevention (CDC)?

Controlling disease outbreaks

Alessandro is ill with a fever, a cough, and a runny nose. Which precaution should he take to help his family avoid getting sick?

Cover his mouth when coughing or sneezing.

Which policy do public agencies and officials enforce to promote health and well-being?

Enforcing mandatory infectious disease training in hospitals

Alice has felt ill for two weeks. She has had a runny nose every day and a fever of 100° for two days. Her appetite has decreased slightly. She is tired and has not wanted to get out of bed. Which symptom does Alice have that indicates that she should seek medical care?

Illness for two weeks

Which challenges do countries face in limiting the spread of communicable diseases?

Increase of worldwide travel

Which describes the correct order in events in the spread of disease?

Pathogens, exposure, sickness

Which part of the immune system is a physical barrier?

Skin

Why do schools strongly recommend vaccinations?

To protect students who cannot be vaccinated with herd immunity

Dimitri received a flu vaccination earlier this year. However, he has just been tested and has a confirmed case of the flu. Why did Dimitri most likely get the flu?

Vaccinations are not always effective.