18 Questions
What is the primary mode of transmission for diseases spread through contaminated surfaces?
Direct exposure during various activities
Which of the following is NOT a pathogenic agent responsible for infectious diseases?
Genetic mutations
Why are infectious diseases a significant threat to public health?
Because they can be transmitted from person to person
What is a key challenge in managing infectious diseases?
Complexity of transmission pathways
What is a characteristic of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) mentioned in the text?
They are rooted in genetics and lifestyle
Why do both communicable and non-communicable diseases require a collective effort to manage?
Because they have a significant impact on the community
What is the primary difference between communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases?
Their ability to be transmitted from person to person
Which of the following is an example of a neglected tropical disease (NTD)?
Sexually transmitted infections
What is the estimated number of premature deaths caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs) before the age of 70?
17 million
Which of the following is NOT a target of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
Eradication of cancer
What is the impact of COVID-19 on the progress made against communicable diseases?
It has undone progress
Which of the following is a characteristic of non-communicable diseases?
They are typically chronic
What is the primary mechanism of action of antihistamines in the context of hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Competitive inhibition of histamine at the H1 receptor
What is the most effective way to prevent hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Washing hands often with soap and water
What is the primary goal of pharmacological management in hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
To reduce fever and pain
What is the most common complication of hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Dehydration
What type of agents can be applied to ulcerations to control pain in hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
Topical anesthetics
Why is it important to encourage fluid intake in patients with hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
To prevent dehydration
Test your knowledge on the complex interactions between communicable and non-communicable diseases, and their impact on individuals and societies worldwide. Learn about the threats posed by infectious agents and the role of genetics, lifestyle, and environment in NCDs. Get ready to tackle the challenges of global health!
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