Question 1

The use of over-the-counter antihistamines is a form of immunotherapy.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Immunization is based on the

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A)  body's ability to remember an encounter with a specific antigen.
B)  body's ability to tell a harmful pathogen from a harmless one.
C)  introduction of a pathogen into the body to stimulate antigens.
D)  introduction of helper T cells into the body.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

West Nile virus and hantavirus infections primarily involve transmission by vectors rather than person-to-person spread.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Protozoa are associated with all of the following illnesses EXCEPT

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A)  giardiasis.
B)  amoebic dysentery.
C)  histoplasmosis.
D)  malaria.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C) C

Question 5

A vaccine is available for a common cause of pneumonia.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Rabies is most often transmitted by

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A)  animal bites.
B)  contaminated food.
C)  blood transfusions.
D)  hepatitis infection.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 7

White blood cells that directly destroy virus-infected and cancerous cells are ______ cells.

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A)  helper T
B)  suppressor T
C)  natural killer
D)  dendriticE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes associated with hepatitis is called

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A)  hemorrhage.
B)  toxic shock.
C)  jaundice.
D)  impetigo.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Varicella-zoster virus causes infectious mononucleosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Streptococcus and staphylococcus are examples of

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A)  fungi.
B)  bacteria.
C)  viruses.
D)  parasites.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

The most effective way of preventing the flu in the winter is by protecting your body from cold temperatures.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A vaccine is available to prevent infection by

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A)  influenzA.
B)  rhinovirus.
C)  Epstein-Barr.
D)  hepatitis C.E) All of the above
F) B) and D) A

Question 13

Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus are caused by the rickettsias bacterium.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

One of the best ways to break the chain of infection is to

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A)  wash your hands frequently.
B)  avoid disinfectant agents when cleaning your house.
C)  get boosters for immunizations 6 months early.
D)  drink only fluoridated water.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

People who fail to finish a prescription of antibiotics contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Most ulcers are caused by

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A)  tick-borne rickettsias.
B)  Helicobacter pylori infection.
C)  overconsumption of spicy food.
D)  high levels of stress.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 17

The largest organisms that can enter the body to cause infection are

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A)  bacteriA.
B)  parasitic worms.
C)  viruses.
D)  protozoa.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Antibodies are produced by macrophages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Define "vaccine," and describe how immunization can help prevent infection.List at least three immunizations available in the United States.

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Question 20

Tears,saliva,and vaginal secretions are rich in ______ and other proteins that break down and destroy many microorganisms.

Accepted Answer

A)  histamines
B)  enzymes
C)  macrophages
D)  lymphocytesE) A) and D)
F) B) and D) B

Exam 17: Immunity and Infection

The use of over-the-counter antihistamines is a form of immunotherapy.

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Immunization is based on the

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West Nile virus and hantavirus infections primarily involve transmission by vectors rather than person-to-person spread.

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Protozoa are associated with all of the following illnesses EXCEPT

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A vaccine is available for a common cause of pneumonia.

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Rabies is most often transmitted by

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White blood cells that directly destroy virus-infected and cancerous cells are ______ cells.

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Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes associated with hepatitis is called

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Varicella-zoster virus causes infectious mononucleosis.

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Streptococcus and staphylococcus are examples of

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The most effective way of preventing the flu in the winter is by protecting your body from cold temperatures.

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A vaccine is available to prevent infection by

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Rocky Mountain spotted fever and typhus are caused by the rickettsias bacterium.

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One of the best ways to break the chain of infection is to

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People who fail to finish a prescription of antibiotics contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.

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Most ulcers are caused by

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The largest organisms that can enter the body to cause infection are

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Antibodies are produced by macrophages.

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Define "vaccine," and describe how immunization can help prevent infection.List at least three immunizations available in the United States.

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Tears,saliva,and vaginal secretions are rich in ______ and other proteins that break down and destroy many microorganisms.

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