Understanding Infectious Diseases
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What is the most accurate definition of infection?

  • The outcome of the relation between the pathogen and the host
  • An abnormal state in which part of the body is not properly adjusted
  • The occurrence of pathological changes and manifestations
  • The invasion or colonization of the body by pathogenic microorganisms (correct)
  • Which type of bacteria is capable of causing disease?

  • Commensal bacteria
  • Opportunistic pathogens
  • Non-pathogenic bacteria
  • Pathogenic bacteria (correct)
  • In which stage of the infectious process do mucous membranes and skin serve as portals of entry?

  • Portal of exit
  • Portals of Entry (correct)
  • Source of infection
  • Mode of transmission
  • What defines non-pathogenic (commensal) bacteria?

    <p>They are a part of normal flora and do not cause disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes opportunistic pathogens?

    <p>They only cause disease in immunocompromised patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

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