Parasites

question 53

Multiple Choice

Parasites

• A)affect their hosts in a density-independent manner.
• B)and their hosts represent a type of intraspecific competition.
• C)occur in animals but not plants.
• D)may live inside or outside of their host.

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Definitions:

White Blood Cells

Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

Vital Signs

Clinical measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential bodily functions; typically includes body temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

Aural Thermometer

A type of thermometer designed to measure body temperature through the ear canal, known for its speed and non-invasive nature.

Instantaneous Tympanic Membrane

A term that does not accurately reflect a real key-term; perhaps refers to the immediate assessment of the eardrum's condition.