Exam 17: Controlling Risk for Infectious and Non-Infectious Conditions

William's grandfather has to carry a tank of oxygen where ever he goes due to his permanent inability to exhale normally.What disease does his grandfather have?

Rheumatoid arthritis is a much more serious condition than osteoarthritis.

Yori has been exposed to HIV.What is the name of the test that will determine if she has HIV antibodies present in her blood?

Willie is sick with the infection that is endemic among peoples throughout the world.What does illness does he have?

Which of the following is true about herpes?

The type of immunity that is characterized by the formation of lymphocytes that can attack and destroy a foreign invader is called _______________.

Outline how the skin is the most important early defense system.

Felicia has been infected with a virus,but has not had any visible symptoms yet.This symptomless period is called ____________________.

What symptom of diabetes is experienced only by women?

Toxic Shock Syndrome is caused by a streptococcal bacteria.

What percentage of Type 2 diabetes patients are overweight at the time of diagnosis?

Colitis is caused by experienced prolonged,excess stress levels.

Today,scientists are recognizing that most diseases are multifactorial,that is,they are caused by the interaction of several factors from inside and outside the person.

Cholecystitis is commonly known as gall bladder disease.

What three reasons may explain the present high rates of sexually transmitted infections?

Sophia has been diagnosed with venereal warts.What group of viruses caused her infection?

Heather suffers from the type of seizure that has symptoms of mental confusion and a listless state characterized by lip smacking and repetitive movements.This seizure is called a ______________.

Timothy has periodontal disease.If left untreated,this can result in _________________.

Endometriosis is characterized by abnormal growth of uterine tissue outside of the uterus.

Which of the following is the greatest threat for HIV?