10 Questions
Which of the following is a mode of transmission for schistosomiasis?
Coming in contact with contaminated freshwater
What happens to schistosome eggs in contaminated freshwater?
They multiply inside snails
How long can the schistosome parasite survive in water?
48 hours
How do larval schistosomes enter the human body?
Through broken skin
Where do adult schistosomes develop inside the human body?
Blood vessels
Which of the following is a communicable disease that emphasizes on the mode of transmission?
TB
How does infection occur in schistosomiasis?
Through contact with contaminated freshwater
What happens to schistosome eggs in contaminated freshwater?
They hatch into larvae
How do larval schistosomes enter the human body?
Through skin penetration
Where do adult schistosomes develop inside the human body?
Blood vessels
Test your knowledge on respiratory diseases with this quiz! Topics covered include communicable diseases and their mode of transmission, as well as tuberculosis and schistosomiasis. Prepare yourself for questions on how these diseases are contracted and the factors that contribute to their spread.
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