Pathogenic microorganisms that are spread from person to person by unwashed hand

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Pathogenic microorganisms that are spread from person to person by unwashed hands contaminated by fecal matter, is an example of what mode of transmission? a) Fomite transmission b) Indirect contact c) Droplet transmission d) Direct transmission Which of the following relates to foodborne transmission of infectious agents? a) Poorly treated drinking water b) Microorganisms in dry air c) Properly refrigerated foods d) Unsanitary food preparation The rise in herd immunity amongst a population can directly attributed to A) increased use of antibiotics. B) improved handwashing. C) vaccinations. D) antibiotic-resistant microorganisms. E) None of the answers is correct. Diseases in which secondary, potentially permanent damage occurs produce:

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36. A nosocomial infection is transmitted via hands of doctors or nurses or use of poorly cleaned equipments in hospitals. eg pneumonia, surgical wound infection.

So option B is correct.

37. Direct contact involves body contact between hosts. In fomite transmission microorganisms spread through non living things like bedsheets, towels etc. In droplet transmission microorganisms spread by sneezing through air.

So option d is correct.

38. Unsanitary food preparation leads to food borne transmission of infectious agents.

So option d is correct.

39. Herd immunity increases after proper immunisation. They are less susceptible to infectious diseases.

So option c is correct

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