A Person Who Acts as a Reservoir of Pathogenic Organisms

question 6

Multiple Choice

A person who acts as a reservoir of pathogenic organisms is referred to as a carrier.An example of a carrier is a

• A)friend who appears to be healthy and shows no signs of sickness.
• B)family member who recently had a tooth removed.
• C)coworker who has the clinical symptoms of a cold.
• D)young child who is "cutting teeth."

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Definitions:

Clinical Problem

An issue or condition, either physical or psychological, that affects the health status of an individual and requires medical diagnosis and treatment.

Pilot Study

A small-scale preliminary study conducted in order to evaluate feasibility, time, cost, adverse events, and improve upon the study design prior to performance of a full-scale research project.

Evidence-Based

The thorough, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients.

Entire Institution

Refers to an entire organization or establishment in its entirety, including all its departments and personnel.