26 Questions
Which term refers to the occurrence of more cases of a disease than expected in a given region, community, or group?
Outbreak
What is the term used to describe a disease that is commonly found in, or restricted to a particular region, community, or group?
Endemic
Which term refers to a level of disease in a population that is significantly greater than usual?
Epidemic
What is the term used to describe an epidemic that affects multiple regions/areas?
Pandemic
What is an animal that is infected with a disease called?
Case
What is an animal that is not infected with a disease called?
Control
What is the term used to describe the first known infected animal in a disease outbreak?
Index case
What are the proceeding steps to resolution in identifying the cause of an outbreak?
History, Clinical examination, Environmental assessment, Diagnostics
What aspect of an outbreak investigation involves assessing the hygiene, water source, and biosecurity?
Environmental assessment
Which of the following is the first stage in ruling animals in or out during a clinical examination of a disease outbreak?
Diagnostics
What are some key elements of prevention?
Physical barriers to disease spread and risk segregated housing
Who should be trained in disease control, including identification of infectious disease, cleaning and disinfection, etc.?
People trained in disease control
What is an important consideration when analyzing data in the context of an outbreak?
Source of the outbreak
What is the purpose of a post-mortem examination?
To identify the cause of an outbreak
What is an important consideration when determining the level of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed?
Mode of transmission
What is an important factor to consider when designing a facility for disease control?
Physical barriers to disease spread
What is the definition of an outbreak?
Occurrence of more cases of a disease than expected in a given region, community, or group; evidence of disease spread within a facility
What is the term used to describe a disease that is commonly found in, or restricted to a particular region, community, or group?
Endemic
What is the term used to describe a level of disease in a population that is significantly greater than usual?
Epidemic
What is the term used to describe an epidemic that affects multiple regions/areas?
Pandemic
What is the term used to describe the first known infected animal in a disease outbreak?
Index case
What is the importance of conducting a clinical examination during an outbreak investigation?
Doing a clinical examination is the first stage to ruling animals in or out, especially those that are early phase and acute animals.
What are some key elements of prevention in disease control?
Good levels of hygiene and biosecurity, people trained in disease control, good facility design, good nutrition, preventative treatments, stress reduction for animals, communication to owner/stakeholder.
Why is data analysis important in an outbreak investigation?
Data analysis is important as it helps in considering what is going on in the local area and identifying the cause of the outbreak.
Who should be trained in disease control and what should they be trained in?
People should be trained in disease control, including identification of infectious disease, cleaning and disinfection, etc.
What are some factors that impact the approach to treatment, control, and prevention of diseases?
Characteristics of the causative agent, such as source, mode of transmission, incubation period, shedding patterns, carrier status, effective disinfectants, level of PPE needed, quarantine, and isolation.
Test your knowledge on disease outbreaks and epidemics with this informative quiz! Learn the definitions of outbreak, endemic, epidemic, and pandemic, and understand the key terms associated with these occurrences. Challenge yourself to identify the correct descriptions for each term and enhance your understanding of disease spread and containment.
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