JSS 1 Physical and Health Education Flashcards: Diseases Caused by Pathogens and Their Prevention

Question 1

A laboratory report says a biological agent entered the body and caused illness. What general name fits that agent?

Accepted Answer

A microorganism or other biological agent capable of causing disease.

Question 2

Bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites belong to what common health group?

Accepted Answer

bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites

Question 3

Two pupils catch the same illness after contact with a sick classmate. How would that kind of disease be classified?

Accepted Answer

A disease caused by a pathogen that may spread directly or indirectly.

Question 4

Malaria, measles, ringworm and cholera are listed on the board. Which one is the viral disease?

Accepted Answer

measles

Question 5

A village traces an outbreak to water contaminated with Vibrio cholerae. Name the disease involved.

Accepted Answer

cholera

Question 6

After repeated bites from infected female Anopheles mosquitoes, what illness is a person at risk of developing?

Accepted Answer

malaria

Question 7

A circular, itchy skin patch is diagnosed as a fungal infection. Name the disease that best fits the description.

Accepted Answer

ringworm

Question 8

A family boils questionable water and stores it in a clean covered vessel. What transmission route are they reducing?

Accepted Answer

It reduces ingestion of pathogens from contaminated water.

Question 9

The community repairs its sewage system so waste cannot enter wells or food areas. Why can this reduce disease?

Accepted Answer

It keeps human waste and pathogens away from food, water and people.

Question 10

Before eating, Binta washes with soap and running water. How does this simple action interrupt infection?

Accepted Answer

It removes pathogens before they reach the mouth, eyes, food or other people.

Question 11

A vaccine exposes the body safely to information about a particular germ. What protection does this build?

Accepted Answer

It trains the immune system against specific pathogens.

Question 12

A crowded classroom has windows on opposite walls. Opening them is most useful against what indoor risk?

Accepted Answer

It dilutes and removes some airborne infectious particles.

Question 13

Tunde has no tissue and feels a sneeze coming. Why is sneezing into his elbow safer than into the air?

Accepted Answer

To reduce droplets spreading to people and surfaces.

Question 14

After covering a cough with a tissue, what two actions should follow?

Accepted Answer

Put it in a bin and clean the hands.

Question 15

A learner’s fever keeps rising instead of improving. What is the health reason for seeking qualified care early?

Accepted Answer

It may reduce complications and further transmission.

Question 16

Kemi wants antibiotics for an ordinary viral cold. What fact should make her stop and ask a health worker first?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics act against bacteria, not viruses, and misuse promotes resistance.

Question 17

Vaccination, safe water, handwashing and sharing unwashed cups are suggested as prevention. Which suggestion actually increases risk?

Accepted Answer

sharing unwashed cups

Question 18

During class, a pupil develops fever and a rash. What response best protects both the pupil and classmates?

Accepted Answer

Inform a responsible adult, avoid close contact and seek health advice.

Question 19

Nutritious meals cannot replace vaccination or hygiene. What useful role do they play during infection and recovery?

Accepted Answer

It supplies nutrients needed for normal immune function and recovery.

Question 20

A poster teaches families how infections spread and the habits that stop them. Why can that information prevent illness?

Accepted Answer

It helps people recognise risks and choose effective protective actions.

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