Infectious Processes That Quickly Develop Are Referred to as _________

question 12

Multiple Choice

Infectious processes that quickly develop are referred to as _________ infections.

• A)chronic
• B)latent
• C)acute
• D)nosocomial

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Definitions:

Extracellular Fluid

The body fluid outside cells, providing a medium for substances to pass between cells and blood vessels.

Resting Membrane Potential

The electrical charge difference across the cellular membrane when a neuron or muscle cell is at rest, typically around -70 mV.

Afterpotential

The electrical changes that occur in a neuron immediately following an action potential, which can affect the neuron's ability to fire again.

Permeability

Permeability refers to the ability of a material or membrane to allow liquids or gases to pass through it.