Vaccine Fundamentals Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of a vaccine?

  • To provide active acquired immunity to a specific disease (correct)
  • To directly destroy disease-causing microorganisms in the body
  • To alleviate the effects of a current infection
  • To stimulate the body's natural healing process
  • What distinguishes prophylactic vaccines from therapeutic vaccines?

  • Prophylactic vaccines prevent future infections, while therapeutic vaccines fight existing diseases (correct)
  • Prophylactic vaccines provide immediate relief from symptoms, while therapeutic vaccines take time to show effects
  • Prophylactic vaccines are only effective in children, while therapeutic vaccines are for adults
  • Prophylactic vaccines are administered orally, while therapeutic vaccines are injected
  • How does a vaccine typically stimulate the body's immune system?

  • By directly attacking the pathogens
  • By resembling a disease-causing microorganism (correct)
  • By inhibiting the immune response
  • By enhancing the body's physical strength
  • What is the role of vaccination?

    <p>To administer vaccines and induce immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'full sterilizing immunity' provided by some vaccines?

    <p>Prevention of infection completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

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