06. A10

A harmful micro-organism that causes infection is known as a ....

• Pathogen

• Nonpathogenic

There are 4 types of micro-organisms, these include protozoa, bacteria, fungi and ....

Protozoa is also known as ...

How many links are in the chain of infection?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Which link refers to how the infection escapes the body?

• Infectious agent

• Portal of entry

• Portal of exit

• Susceptible host

Individuals who have a higher likelihood of catching an infection include:

• Pregnant women

• Elderly people

• Immune compromised people

• All of the above

Link 5 in the chain of infection is ...

A reservoir of infection is where the micro-organism lives and reproduces, these could include

• Animals

• Water

• Soil

• All of the above

Why are children a susceptible host?

How can an infection be transmitted? This refers to link 4 ...