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Lesson 45: Dealing with Respiratory Diseases, Asthma, and Allergies

Self-Check Quiz

1.
Which of these is not a sign of asthma?
A)Abnormal breathing
B)Stomach cramps
C)Itchy throat
D)Wheezing
2.
If someone with the flu does not take care of themselves in order to get rid of the flu, they may end up developing _________.
A)tuberculosis
B)strep throat
C)all of these
D)pneumonia
3.
Which of the following is the most effective way to reduce the risk of most communicable respiratory diseases?
A)Avoid contact with infected person
B)Get a flu shot
C)Take antibiotics
D)Get a vaccine
4.
What is the danger for teens and children of taking aspirin when sick?
A)Tuberculosis
B)Strep throat
C)Reye's syndrome
D)Influenza
5.
Which of the following people is most at risk for contracting tuberculosis?
A)Someone who smokes marijuana
B)A high school student
C)A child whose parents do not provide enough food to eat
D)A healthy child
6.
The flu is an example of a(n) __________.
A)protozoa
B)fungi
C)bacterial infection
D)viral infection
7.
Which of the following is NOT a way that you can catch a cold?
A)Inhaling air that has been contaminated with the virus
B)Touching contaminated objects and then rubbing your eyes
C)Being exposed to cold weather
D)Shaking hands with an infected person
8.
Why might it be difficult to avoid asthma triggers?
A)You may not know if a friend's house has a lot of dust or mold
B)Asthma is very contagious
C)b and c
D)Trees, grass, and weeds are all around you
9.
Which of the following is the meaning of "rhino" in the word rhinovirus?
A)Influenza
B)Pathogen
C)Nose
D)Allergen
10.
What is a difference between influenza and asthma?
A)One can lead to tuberculosis
B)One can be spread to others and one can't
C)One effects the eyes
D)These are two names for the same illness
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