The ID50 Is

question 51

Multiple Choice

The ID50 is

• A) the dose that will cause an infection in some of the test population.
• B) the dose that will cause an infection in 50 percent of the test population.
• C) the dose that will kill some of the test population.
• D) a measure of pathogenicity.
• E) the dose that will kill 50 percent of the test population.

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Definitions:

Inhaler

A medical device used for delivering medication into the body via the lungs, commonly used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Pulmonary Secretions

Fluids produced by the lungs, including mucus and other substances, that can become problematic if not cleared, such as in certain diseases or conditions.

Percussion

A diagnostic technique used in medicine involving the tapping on a surface to determine the underlying structure's condition by the sound produced.

Vibrates

Produces rapid motions back and forth or up and down in small movements.