Chain of Infection and Routes of Transmission Quiz
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Which element of the chain of infection is defined as the pathogen that causes the infectious disease?

  • Reservoir
  • Portal of exit
  • Mode of transmission
  • Infectious agent (correct)
  • What is the mode of transmission defined as in the context of the chain of infection?

  • Pathway for pathogen to spread (correct)
  • Portal of exit from the reservoir
  • Susceptible host
  • Reservoir for microorganisms
  • Which is an example of direct transmission according to the text?

  • Indirect contact with contaminated surface
  • Parenteral transmission
  • Airborne transmission
  • Person to person contact (correct)
  • What is a reservoir in the context of the chain of infection?

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