Pathogens, Diseases and their prevention - JSS1 Physical and Health Education Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is a pathogen?
A beneficial microorganism
A microorganism that causes disease
A type of plant
A harmless virus
Which of the following is a disease caused by bacteria?
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Athlete's foot
Malaria
Which of the following pathogens causes COVID-19?
Bacteria
Virus
Fungus
Parasite
What type of disease is diabetes?
Infectious
Parasitic
Non-infectious
Fungal
Which of the following diseases is spread by mosquitoes?
Influenza
Tuberculosis
Malaria
HIV/AIDS
Which preventive measure helps to avoid fungal infections?
Regular handwashing
Using insect repellent
Taking antibiotics
Wearing clean, dry socks
Which of the following is an example of a viral infection?
Strep throat
Yeast infection
Influenza
Cholera
What is the best way to prevent bacterial infections?
Vaccination
Taking antivirals
Proper sanitation and hygiene
Using antifungal creams
How are non-infectious diseases generally caused?
By pathogens
By genetic, lifestyle, or environmental factors
By fungi
By parasites
How are non-infectious diseases generally caused?
By pathogens
By genetic, lifestyle, or environmental factors
By fungi
By parasites