Airborne diseases are those caused by pathogens and transmitted through the air as very small or aerosolized particles. Disease-causing pathogens are organisms that spread from an infected person to another thr
This is an example of passive avoidance learning that involves not learning. Taking Safeguards Against an Airborne Disease (Active): Wearing a face mask when entering an elevator (warning stimulus) can help prevent the transmission of an airborne disease (aversive stimulus). This is an example ...
Briefly explain what Airborne Hazards are and provide some examples of how one may get exposed to an airborne hazard.PollutionPollution denotes the addition of pollutants to the environment. The pollutants may be solids, liquids, and air. The harmful ...
In the summer, for example, on a still day, it is more difficult for airborne pollutants to disperse. Therefore, concentrations of particulates or toxic substances tend to rise significantly. In foggy winter days, air quality can deteriorate for the same reason. Air pollution – the result of ...
Diphtheria is classified as an airborne disease, which is characterized as disease that is transmitted through the air via the generation of aerosol. Diphtheria is also transmitted through fomites. The administration of preventive and safety health measures such as the administration of diphtheria vaccine...
Airborne transmission: when the infective agent makes use of air or atmosphere. Some pathogens (expelled from coughing, sneezing, or talking) are capable of remaining suspended in the air for an extended period of time. The portal of entry is via inhalation of a susceptible host. Waterborne/Foo...
Breathing in an airborne virus. Being bitten by insects or animals capable of transmitting the disease. Depending on the disease or infectious agent, the transition can be conducted in one or more of the mentioned ways. They can be transmittable from individuals with a range of infections, inclu...
Genetic conditions and introductions to airborne toxins, irritants and gasses are correspondingly involved in the growth of the illness. A complete treatment plan could comprise of lifestyle changes, one or more medications, patient education, oxygen therapy respiratory rehabilitation, and surgery ("...
“opportunity”.An example isStaphylococcus aureus, which is part of the normal flora colonizing the human skin, nose, and other body parts. Most of the time, it will bring no harm but can become infectious or cause disease when it gains entry through an open wound. Conversely, the term...
1. Definition of Communicable Diseases: Communicable diseases are illnesses that can be transmitted from an infected person to a healthy person. They are also known as infectious diseases. 2. Transmission: These diseases spread through various means such as direct contact, airborne transmission, or...