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What is the term used for parasites that remain in a host from early life to maturity?
What is the term used for parasites that remain in a host from early life to maturity?
- Transitory parasites
- Permanent parasites (correct)
- Intermittent parasites
- Incidental parasites
Which organ is commonly known as the most prevalent portal of exit for parasite eggs?
Which organ is commonly known as the most prevalent portal of exit for parasite eggs?
- Sputum
- Urine
- Vaginal Discharge
- Anus (correct)
Which type of parasite simply visits the host during feeding time and does not permanently reside within the host?
Which type of parasite simply visits the host during feeding time and does not permanently reside within the host?
- Transitory parasites
- Permanent parasites
- Incidental parasites
- Intermittent parasites (correct)
Which phenomenon describes the dynamics of any disease process caused by a parasite?
Which phenomenon describes the dynamics of any disease process caused by a parasite?
In which of the following, can one's self become a mode of transmission of parasites?
In which of the following, can one's self become a mode of transmission of parasites?
Which parasite type is seen in an unusual host and is not usually found in that host species?
Which parasite type is seen in an unusual host and is not usually found in that host species?
What type of host is responsible for transferring a parasite from one location to another?
What type of host is responsible for transferring a parasite from one location to another?
Which parasite is transmitted through the bite of a blood-sucking vector?
Which parasite is transmitted through the bite of a blood-sucking vector?
What is the portal of exit for Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm)?
What is the portal of exit for Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm)?
Which host is responsible for harboring parasites that are parasitic for humans and can infect humans?
Which host is responsible for harboring parasites that are parasitic for humans and can infect humans?
How is Trichomonas vaginalis primarily transmitted?
How is Trichomonas vaginalis primarily transmitted?
Which parasite has an embryonated egg stage and is common in children?
Which parasite has an embryonated egg stage and is common in children?
Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between a parasite and its host?
Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between a parasite and its host?
Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes between ectoparasites and endoparasites?
Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes between ectoparasites and endoparasites?
Which of the following parasites must live inside a host to complete its life cycle?
Which of the following parasites must live inside a host to complete its life cycle?
Which of the following parasitic diseases is caused by the parasite Strongyloides stercoralis?
Which of the following parasitic diseases is caused by the parasite Strongyloides stercoralis?
Which of the following modes of transmission is most likely for an ectoparasite?
Which of the following modes of transmission is most likely for an ectoparasite?
