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Pathogenesis Definitions and Concepts
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Pathogenesis Definitions and Concepts

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What does pathogenesis refer to?

  • The initiation of the infectious process
  • The development of signs and symptoms of disease
  • The process of causing diseases in the host (correct)
  • The ability of an infectious agent to cause disease
  • Which factor does the pathogenesis of bacterial infection depend on?

  • The immune status of the host (correct)
  • The type of antibiotic used
  • The time of day the exposure occurs
  • The color of the bacteria
  • What is the definition of a pathogen?

  • Any organism that does not cause disease
  • A type of antibiotic
  • Any organism that causes disease (correct)
  • A type of virus
  • What is the meaning of pathogenicity?

    <p>The ability of an infectious agent to cause disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a microorganism that does not cause disease?

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

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