Types of Bacterial Infections (Medical Detectives)

What is a Vector-Borne Bacterial Infection?

• An infection caused by viruses transmitted through insect bites.

• An infection caused by bacteria but spread by tick bites.

• An infection that can only be transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals.

• An infection caused by fungi that thrive in wet environments.

What type of Bacterial Infection is E. coli infection?

• Airborne

• Foodborne/waterborne

• Vector-borne

• Contact transmission

What is an Independent Variable?

• The variable you change.

• The variable that remains constant.

• The variable that is measured.

• The variable that is influenced by the independent variable.

What are Foodborne/Waterborne Bacterial Infections?

• Tiny living bacterial organisms that can make people sick.

• Viruses that cause food poisoning.

• Chemical contaminants in food and water.

• Parasites that thrive in unsanitary conditions.

What type of Bacterial Infection is Lyme disease?

• Vector-Borne

• Airborne

• Waterborne

• Foodborne

What are common infectious disease agents in humans?

• Viruses, bacteria, and fungi.

• Parasites, prions, and allergens.

• Toxins, chemicals, and pollutants.

• Hormones, vitamins, and minerals.

What are Respiratory Bacterial Infections?

• Infections that target the respiratory system (lungs and throat area).

• Infections that affect the digestive system.

• Infections that cause skin rashes and lesions.

• Infections that primarily impact the cardiovascular system.

What type of Bacterial Infection is Pneumococcal pneumonia?

• Respiratory

• Gastrointestinal

• Urinary

• Dermatological

What is a Dependent Variable?

• The variable you measure.

• The variable you manipulate.

• The variable that remains constant.

• The variable that predicts the outcome.

Name 3 Respiratory Bacterial Infections.

• Pneumococcal pneumonia, Strep throat / Scarlet Fever, Tuberculosis (TB)

• Viral pneumonia, Common cold, Influenza

• Chronic bronchitis, Asthma, Cystic fibrosis

• Pneumonia, Sinusitis, Bronchitis