Which of the Following Statements Is True in Relation to a Disaster

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true in relation to a disaster, whether natural or man-made?

• A)Negatively affects society
• B)Requires a rapid and skilled response to action
• C)Is managed by a community's existing resources
• D)Requires urgent intervention to avoid worsening of the situation

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Definitions:

Mucus

A slimy substance produced by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication and protection of various internal body surfaces.

Upper Respiratory Tract

Nasal cavity, pharynx, and associated structures.

Pharynx

The muscular tube that forms part of the digestive and respiratory systems, connecting the mouth and nasal cavity to the esophagus and larynx.

Nasal Septum

Bony partition that separates the nasal cavity into left and right parts; composed of the vomer, the perpendicular plate of the ethmoid, and hyaline cartilage.