10 Questions
Many viral diseases are known to cause inflammation of the ______
tonsils
Typhoid fever is spread by ingestion of food or drink contaminated by bacillus from infected ______
faeces
A long convalescence is often required after ______ fever
glandular
The severity of influenza depends on the strain of virus causing ______
it
If plaque is not removed from teeth it may lead to the destruction of the ______
enamel
What is the primary reason for the sterilization of equipment in healthcare settings?
To kill spores and prevent infection
Why is it important to carefully wash hands after contamination with body fluids?
To prevent the spread of infection
What is the primary mode of spread of typhoid fever?
Ingestion of contaminated food or drink
Why is isolation necessary for a patient with a highly infectious disease?
To prevent the spread of the disease to others
What has made diphtheria a very rare disease in Britain?
A programme of immunization
Study Notes
Infections and Diseases
- Many viral diseases cause inflammation of the brain (meningitis) and/or spinal cord (meningitis)
- Typhoid fever is spread by ingesting contaminated food or water with bacillus from infected feces
- A long convalescence is often required after typhoid fever
- The severity of influenza depends on the strain of virus causing the infection
- If plaque is not removed from teeth, it may lead to the destruction of the gums and underlying bone (periodontitis)
Infection Control
- The primary reason for sterilization of equipment in healthcare settings is to prevent the transmission of infections
- Hands should be washed carefully after contamination with body fluids to prevent the spread of infection
- Typhoid fever is primarily spread through the fecal-oral route
- Isolation is necessary for a patient with a highly infectious disease to prevent transmission to others
- Widespread vaccination has made diphtheria a very rare disease in Britain
Test your knowledge of infection control and disease prevention with this quiz. From sterilization of equipment to safe disposal of waste, this quiz covers key practices to ensure safety in healthcare settings. Whether it's understanding the importance of hand hygiene or the need for isolation precautions with highly infectious diseases, this quiz will assess your understanding of essential infection control measures.
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