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Introduction to Epidemiology
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Introduction to Epidemiology

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What is the term used to describe factors intrinsic to the host that can influence an individual’s exposure, susceptibility, or response to a causative agent?

Risk factors

What personal choices can influence opportunities for exposure to a causative agent?

Sexual practices and hygiene

How does age and sex influence an individual’s exposure to a causative agent?

Age and sex can influence opportunities for exposure

What factor can influence an individual’s susceptibility and response to a causative agent?

<p>Genetic composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe extrinsic factors that affect the agent and the opportunity for exposure?

<p>Environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of physical factor can influence the opportunity for exposure to a causative agent?

<p>Geology and climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of biological factor can influence the opportunity for exposure to a causative agent?

<p>Insects that transmit the agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What socioeconomic factor can influence the opportunity for exposure to a causative agent?

<p>Crowding</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the availability of health services influence the opportunity for exposure to a causative agent?

<p>It can affect the likelihood of exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What two factors can influence an individual’s susceptibility and response to a causative agent?

<p>Nutritional and immune status</p> Signup and view all the answers

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