Pathophysiology Midterm - Jersey College Study Guide, Pathophysiology Midterm - Jersey College

What are the steps to break the chain of infection {Ans: - Transmission: Direct (saliva, blood, feces, semen, exudates) Indirect (respiratory droplet on hands or surfaces, insect bites (vectors), contaminated food and water) - Entry: Mouth, nose, broken skin, vagina - Susceptible Host: Health status, point of entry, number of microbes - Incubation period (asymptomatic) - Infectious Disease - Reservoir: Source (person, animal, insect, environment, in the home, workplace, or community (bus,store)}Chronic Stage {Ans: Often milder developing gradually}Secondary level of prevention {Ans: Happens after an illness or serious risk factors have already been diagnosed.}Anabolic Steroid Abuse {Ans: Liver disease, cardiovascular disease, personality changes, emotional liability, sterility}Registered Massage Therapy {Ans: use a variety of techniques to increase circulation, reduce pain, & increase flexibility for clients experiencing joint pain or problems w/body alignment.}chiropractic {Ans: is a form of alternative medicine w/the dx & tx of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine.}