Major Diseases: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of infectious diseases?

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Genetics

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Fungi

Question 2

What is the most common symptom of malaria?

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Fever

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Sneezing

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Diarrhea

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Rash

Question 3

Which type of medication is used to treat tuberculosis?

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Antibiotics

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Antimalarials

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Antivirals

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Antifungals

Question 4

Which of the following diseases is transmitted by vectors?

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Malaria

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Influenza

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Tuberculosis

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HIV/AIDS

Question 5

What is the primary mode of transmission for HIV/AIDS?

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Contact with blood or bodily fluids

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Airborne droplets

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Animal bites

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Contaminated food or water

Question 6

Which of the following is considered a chronic disease?

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Heart disease

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Influenza

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Malaria

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Common cold

Question 7

What is the field of study that focuses on the biological aspects of humans called?

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Biological anthropology

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Cultural anthropology

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Linguistic anthropology

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Archaeology

Question 8

The primary causative agent of tuberculosis is:

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Influenza virus

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Salmonella typhi

Question 9

The first-line treatment for a bacterial infection is:

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Antibiotics

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Antivirals

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Antifungals

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Antiparasitics

Question 10

Which of the following diseases can be transmitted through contaminated food or water?

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Cholera

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Influenza

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Malaria

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Measles

Question 11

The primary mode of transmission for sexually transmitted infections is:

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Direct contact through sexual activity

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Airborne transmission

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Fecal-oral transmission

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Vector-borne transmission

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a zoonotic disease?

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Rabies

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Common cold

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HIV/AIDS

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Tuberculosis

Question 13

Revised: Which organism is the primary cause of malaria?

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Parasite

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Bacteria

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Virus

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Fungus

Question 14

Revised: What is the most common initial symptom of tuberculosis?

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Persistent cough

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Fever

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Skin rash

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Headache

Question 15

Revised: Which of the following is NOT a recognized treatment approach for HIV/AIDS?

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Vaccination

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Antiretroviral therapy

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Blood transfusion

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Behavioral interventions

Question 16

Revised: Which type of cancer has the highest global incidence?

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Lung cancer

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Breast cancer

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Prostate cancer

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Colon cancer

Question 17

Revised: What is the primary route of transmission for hepatitis C?

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Contact with infected blood

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Sexual contact

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Ingestion of contaminated food

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Airborne droplets

Question 18

Revised: Which ethical principle is a primary consideration in the allocation of limited medical resources during a pandemic?

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Equity

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Priority to healthcare workers

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First-come, first-served

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Random lottery

Question 19

Which bacterial disease primarily affects the lungs and is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis?

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Tuberculosis

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HIV/AIDS

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Malaria

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Influenza

Question 20

Which parasite causes the disease known as malaria?

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Plasmodium

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Tsetse fly

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Hookworm

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Roundworm

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of influenza?

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Vomiting

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Fever

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Cough

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Loss of taste and smell

Question 22

Which of the following is classified as a behavioral risk factor for disease?

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Smoking

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Poor nutrition

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Exposure to pollution

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Genetic predisposition

Question 23

Which medical technology has drastically reduced mortality rates from bacterial infections?

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Antibiotics

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Vaccines

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Imaging techniques

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Surgical techniques

Question 24

Which disease is characterized by the constant presence in a population?

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Endemic

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Epidemic

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Pandemic

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Sporadic

Question 25

Which disease arises from a mutation in the HBB gene, resulting in an abnormal hemoglobin?

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Sickle cell disease

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Cystic fibrosis

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Huntington's disease

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Down syndrome

Question 26

What are the ethical considerations that arise when using genetic information for diagnosing and treating diseases?

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Using genetic information in disease diagnosis and treatment requires careful consideration of ethical issues like privacy, informed consent, and potential discrimination.

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Genetic information can be used without any ethical concerns.

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The only ethical concern in using genetic information is ensuring it is used for beneficial purposes.

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Ethical challenges in using genetic information are subjective and depend on personal beliefs.

Question 27

In studying how culture influences the prevalence and treatment of diseases, which element is most significant?

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Cultural beliefs and practices

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Genetic heritage

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Availability of medical care

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Environmental factors

Question 28

Which of the following is NOT a primary mode of disease transmission?

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Inborn genetic inheritance

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Direct contact

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Airborne

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Waterborne

Question 29

Which disease is caused by a prion?

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Mad cow disease

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Influenza

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Malaria

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HIV

Question 30

Which disease is caused by a virus?

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Measles

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Bacterial pneumonia

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Malaria

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Tuberculosis

Question 31

Which of the following is a common treatment for bacterial infectious diseases?

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Antibiotics

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Vaccines

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Surgery

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Dietary changes

Question 32

Which of the following is a non-communicable disease?

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Cancer

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Influenza

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Malaria

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HIV

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a major cause of infectious diseases?

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Genetic disorders

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Bacteria

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Viruses

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Fungi

Question 34

What is the key symptom of malaria, characterized by recurring fever?

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Fever

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Cough

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Headache

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Muscle aches

Question 35

Identify the most prevalent cardiovascular disease.

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Coronary artery disease

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Stroke

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Heart failure

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Arrhythmia

Question 36

What is the primary treatment for type 1 diabetes, a condition characterized by insulin deficiency?

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Insulin therapy

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Oral medications

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Lifestyle modifications

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Transplantation

Question 37

Distinguish between an epidemic and a pandemic, considering the scale of the outbreak.

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An epidemic is localized, while a pandemic is widespread.

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A pandemic is caused by a new pathogen, while an epidemic is caused by a known pathogen.

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An epidemic has a high mortality rate, while a pandemic has a low mortality rate.

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There is no distinction between an epidemic and a pandemic.

Question 38

Describe the fundamental role of the immune system in protecting the body against diseases.

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It produces antibodies that target and eliminate pathogens.

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It filters harmful substances from the body.

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It regulates body temperature.

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It repairs damaged tissues.

Question 39

What type of disease is caused by an agent that can spread from person to person through direct or indirect contact?

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Communicable disease

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Non-communicable disease

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Genetic disease

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Autoimmune disease

Question 40

Which of the following **is not** a symptom of malaria?

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Sneezing

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Intermittent fever

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Chills

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Muscle pain

Question 41

What is the most effective treatment for HIV/AIDS?

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Antiretroviral therapy

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Antibiotics

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Vaccines

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Surgery

Question 42

Which of the following is **not** a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes?

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Healthy diet

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Obesity

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Physical inactivity

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Family history

Question 43

Which organization is responsible for promoting global public health?

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World Health Organization

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United Nations

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International Red Cross

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Question 44

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of vaccination?

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Increasing disease severity

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Preventing the spread of disease

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Protecting vulnerable individuals

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Reducing complications

Question 45

What is the primary goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to health?

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To ensure healthy lives and well-being for all at all ages

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To eradicate poverty and hunger

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To promote quality education

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To combat climate change

Question 46

Which of the following is the primary causative agent of malaria?

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Plasmodium parasite

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Bacteria

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Hepatitis A virus

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Dengue virus

Question 47

What is the most common initial symptom of tuberculosis?

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Persistent cough

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Fever

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Weight loss

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Swollen lymph nodes

Question 48

Which of the following is a primary treatment for HIV/AIDS?

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Antiretroviral therapy (ART)

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Antibiotics

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Surgery

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Radiation therapy

Question 49

What is the primary mode of transmission of influenza?

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Airborne droplets

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Ingestion of contaminated food or water

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Direct contact with an infected person

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Contact with infected animals

Question 50

Which of the following is a potential long-term complication of diabetes?

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Heart disease

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Malnutrition

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Asthma

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Cancer

Question 51

What is the name of the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic?

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SARS-CoV-2

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HIV

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Influenza virus

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Ebola virus

Question 52

Which of the following is an effective preventive measure against measles?

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Vaccination

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Handwashing

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Antiviral medications

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Isolation of infected individuals

Question 53

What is the name of the disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C?

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Scurvy

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Rickets

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Beriberi

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Anemia

Question 54

What is the field of medicine concerned with the distribution and patterns of health-related conditions in a population?

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Epidemiology

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Pathology

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Microbiology

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Biostatistics