Exam 4: Epidemiology: Prevention and Control of Diseases and Health Conditions

In the chain of infection,a disease-producing agent leaves its reservoir through a portal of entry.

Noncommunicable diseases have complex etiologies.

In order,list the links in the chain of infection.

Diseases of the heart and blood vessels are the leading cause of death in the United States.

The center of the multicausation disease model is behavioral choices.

The common cold is an example of a chronic communicable disease.

One's race and age are examples of

Airborne,vehicleborne,and vectorborne are considered indirect modes of transmission.

Describe and provide at least two examples of direct transmission of communicable diseases.

The ability of a biological agent to enter and grow in the host is pathogenicity.

List and explain the three ways communities can prioritize prevention and control efforts.

Self-diagnosis and treatment with nonprescription medication for the common cold is an example of

Communities implementing case-finding measures and providing adequate health personnel,equipment,and facilities for the community are examples of

Explain the difference between modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors to improve health?

AIDS and tuberculosis are examples of chronic communicable diseases.

Inspection of restaurants and immunization programs that reach all citizens are examples of

The capability of a communicable disease agent to cause disease in a susceptible host is

A pathogenic agent enters a susceptible host through a

The early diagnosis and prompt treatment of diseases before the disease becomes advanced and disability becomes severe is secondary prevention.

Explain the difference between isolation and quarantine.