Which of the following is an example of a host in the chain of infection?

Which of the following is an example of a host in the chain of infection?
 A) Insect bite
  B) Pathogen
  C) Human body
  D) Pesticide

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(Question 2) In the chain of infection, which of the following would most likely serve as a portal of exit?
 A) Nose
  B) Fingernail
  C) Hair
  D) Ear

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(Question 3) Which of the following is an example of an agent in the chain of infection?
 A) Handwashing
  B) A virus
  C) A contaminated pillowcase
  D) Proper nutrition

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(Question 4) Which of the following is the definition of a fomite?
 A) Bacterial infection transmitted through contaminated water.
  B) Small worm that may be present in meat and which infects the intestinal tract.
  C) Person who experiences no symptoms, but can transmit an infection.
  D) Nonliving object that is contaminated with an infectious agent.

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(Question 5) Which statement describes the chain of infection?
 A) A series of steps developed to control the transmission of infection
  B) The process the body uses to fight infection
  C) An interactive process by which infections are transmitted
  D) The transmission of disease by insects

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(Question 6) The best way to prevent tapeworms is to
 A) wash the hands after using the toilet.
  B) cook all meats adequately.
  C) avoid drinking contaminated water
  D) protect oneself against insect bites.

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(Question 7) Which of the following microorganisms must live inside the cell of another organism in order to secure nourishment and reproduce?
 A) Bacteria
  B) Fungi
  C) Protozoa
  D) Viruses

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(Question 8) The main reason that the spores of disease-causing bacteria are dangerous is that they _____.
 A) are very difficult to destroy
  B) cause very serious infections
  C) cause infections that are difficult to diagnose
  D) destroy the cells they inhabit

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(Question 9) The practice of medical asepsis is used to reduce and prevent the spread of microorganisms.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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(Question 10) If transmission-based precautions are used, it is not necessary to use standard precautions.
 
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false