Human Body's Defense Mechanisms Quiz

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What is the purpose of interlacing fingers to clean web spaces between them?

  • To avoid direct physical contact with pathogens
  • To remove dirt and bacteria efficiently (correct)
  • To effectively dry the hands
  • To prevent airborne transmission of infections

Which mode of transmission involves infection spread through the air over longer distances with smaller particles?

  • Droplet
  • Direct contact
  • Airborne spread (correct)
  • Indirect contact

Why is it important to turn off the faucet using a paper towel after washing hands?

  • To avoid direct physical contact with pathogens
  • To prevent airborne transmission of infections
  • To maintain good personal hygiene
  • To reduce the risk of indirect transmission through contaminated surfaces (correct)

What is a key takeaway from the text regarding infection prevention?

<p>Practicing safe work habits is crucial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system does not contribute to the structural design as a line of defense against pathogens?

<p>Circulatory system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the inflammatory response in the human body's defense mechanism?

<p>To increase blood flow to infected areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immunity is acquired through maternal transfer?

<p>Passive immunity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key practice of Standard Precautions for infection prevention?

<p>Ingestion of prophylactic drugs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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