Quiz on Pathogens

What is a causative agent?

• A symptom of a disease

• The organism that causes a disease

• A type of treatment

• A preventative measure

What is meant by the portal of entry?

• The exit point of a pathogen

• The entry point of a pathogen into the host

• The location of pathogen growth

• The method of pathogen transmission

What is a reservoir of the agent?

• A place where pathogens are destroyed

• A place where pathogens are stored

• A place where pathogens live and multiply

• A place where pathogens are treated

What are susceptible hosts?

• Hosts that are immune to pathogens

• Hosts that are resistant to pathogens

• Hosts that are vulnerable to infection

• Hosts that eliminate pathogens

What is the route of transmission?

• The method by which a pathogen leaves the host

• The method by which a pathogen enters the host

• The method by which a pathogen is transmitted from one host to another

• The method by which a pathogen is destroyed

What is droplet transmission?

• Transmission through large respiratory droplets

• Transmission through small airborne particles

• Transmission through water

• Transmission through food

At what temperature do pathogens typically grow best?

• Below freezing

• Room temperature

• Body temperature

• Boiling point

How should you check a patient's identification?

• By asking their name

• By checking their wristband

• By looking at their chart

• By asking a family member

What is the most common type of accident in a healthcare facility?

• Falls

• Burns

• Cuts

• Poisoning

What is a major cause of fires in healthcare facilities?

• Electrical malfunctions

• Overcrowding

• Lack of staff

• Poor lighting