Explain how the infectious disease progresses including infectivity, invasiveness, the portals of entry/exit.
- Explain how the infectious disease progresses including infectivity, invasiveness, the portals of entry/exit. (USLO 8.1)
- Define virulence factors. Speculate how these factors help the organism avoid the immune system and cause disease. (USLO 8.2)
- Explain ID50 and LD 50 and how they affect the likelihood of disease. (USLO 8.3)
- Define epidemiology and the role of the CDC. (USLO 8.4)
- Differentiate between the terms, epidemic, pandemic, endemic and sporadic diseases. (USLO 8.5)
- Compare modes of infectious disease transmission (i.e., airborne, contact, etc.) Provide an example of each and what are some ways you could prevent the transmission of these diseases? (USLO 8.6)
- Explain ways that healthcare professionals and government agencies can help control the spread of diseases, at the facility, local and larger levels like state or country. (USLO 8.7)