A Stimulus Producing a Response That Reduces the Stimulus Describes

question 10

Multiple Choice

A stimulus producing a response that reduces the stimulus describes:

• A)all stimulus-response chains.
• B)positive feedback.
• C)negative feedback.
• D)breakdown of homeostasis.

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Definitions:

Institutionalized Patients

Patients who reside in healthcare facilities like hospitals or nursing homes for long-term care or treatment.

Spread of Infection

The process by which infectious agents transmit from one individual to another, through direct or indirect means.

Airborne Microbes

Microorganisms that are transmitted through the air and can cause diseases when inhaled by humans or animals.

Contaminated Equipment

Tools or materials that have been exposed to harmful substances, bacteria, or pathogens, posing a risk of infection.