HLE test 4

a microscopic prokaryote

The deliberate exposure of a pathogen to produce memory cells.

An animal-like protist

Saprophytic and parasitic spore-producing eukaryotic organisms that lack chlorophyll and include molds, rusts, mildews, smuts, mushrooms, and yeasts.

infection spreads to several sites and tissue fluids usually in the bloodstream

the ability to recognize and remember specific antigens and mount an attack on them

An inflammation of lung tissue, wherer the alveoli in the affected areas fill w/fluid

flu virus

a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.

A tiny, nonliving particle that invades and then reproduces inside a living cell.

a chronic, progressive viral infection that damages the immune system

a test that detects HIV antibodies to determine if a person has been infected with HIV

any inflammation of the female reproductive organs not associated with surgery or pregnancy

pneumonia caused by the Pneumocystis carinii organism, a common opportunistic infection in those who are positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

The most advanced, and fatal, stage of an HIV infection.

Form of skin cancer frequently seen in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) patients. Consists of brownish-purple papules that spread from the skin and metastasize to internal organs.

a virus that can cause genital warts or asymptomatic infection

A sexually transmitted bacterial disease caused by a gonococcus bacterium that causes inflammation of the genital mucous membrane, burning pain when urinating, and a discharge

inflammation of the urethra

A test used to detect the presence of HIV RNA and to determine the viral load (the amount of HIV in the blood)

an STD that attacks many parts of the body and is caused by a small bacterium called a spirochete

An overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina; characterized by itching, burning, or pain, and possibly a "fishy" smelling discharge.

an STD caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV); highly contagious

contagious skin disease transmitted by the itch mite, commonly through sexual contact

Inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a viral infection, that causes fever, loss of appetite, jaundice, fatigue, and altered liver function.

visual examination of the abdominal cavity

parasitic insects that can inhabit various body areas, especially the genitals

a sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus

red, round, superficial ulcer with a yellowish serous discharge that is a sign of syphilis

an STD caused by a microscopic protozoan that results in infections of the vagina, urethra, and bladder

Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Larger, disease-causing, worms and arthropods.

The passageway that makes breathing possible.

series of branching tubes that conduct air to and from the respiratory zone for gas exchange

A protein that, when introduced in the blood, triggers the production of an antibody

a severe response to an allergen in which the symptoms develop quickly, and without help, the patient can die within a few minutes.

Incubation stage

Pathogen, Reservoir, Portal of Exit, Means ofTransmission, Portal of Entry, New Host

Virus

spherical (coccus), rodlike (bacillus), or curved (vibrio, spirillum, or spirochete).

bacteria

Virus

physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by spouses, intimate partners, or family members

Jealousy, possessiveness , unpredictability

any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient

injury, death, or psychological harm caused unintentionally or without premeditation

African Americans

Knee

Wear a helmet, Consumer safety standard,

The most common age group with unintentional injuries is 35-44 year olds, and the type of injury is poision.

Age 15-24 are most commonly in motor vehicle crashes

Smoke inhalation is the most common death to come from fire

Put a wet cloth over your mouth, crawl, stop drop and roll.

Most common in places that are poor, have high unemployment, and are population-dense.

When a bias against another person’s race or ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability motivates a criminal act. May be extremely brutal; but many go unreported.

Has decreased 35% over the last decade; but still, nearly 2 million Americans workers are victims of workplace violence. Policing and corrections are the most dangerous jobs.