Vaccines and immunization, AIDS, cancer, lifestyle diseases - One Line Questions

1. Herd immunity is most effective when: Most of the population is immune to a disease, either through vaccination or prior infection.
2. AIDS is caused by a virus that attacks the immune system. What is the full form of AIDS? Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
3. Which of the following is a vector-borne disease that can be prevented by vector control and, in some cases, vaccination? Malaria
4. How is HIV primarily transmitted? Sexual contact, blood transfusions, and mother-to-child transmission
5. The principle behind vaccination is to introduce the body to a weakened or inactive form of a pathogen to stimulate: The production of antibodies and memory cells
6. A condition where cells divide uncontrollably and can invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant organs is known as: Malignancy
7. Which type of cancer originates in connective tissues like bone or muscle? Sarcoma
8. Which of the following is a common treatment for cancer that uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells? Radiation therapy
9. A common diagnostic test for HIV infection is: ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay)
10. Cancer is characterized by: Uncontrolled cell division and the ability to invade other tissues.
11. Which component of the immune system is targeted by HIV? Helper T-lymphocytes (CD4+ cells)
12. What is the primary mechanism of action for most vaccines? Stimulating the immune system to recognize and fight a specific pathogen.
13. Lifestyle diseases are primarily caused or influenced by: A person's habits, behaviors, and environment
14. Which of the following is a viral disease that affects the immune system, primarily targeting CD4+ T-lymphocytes? Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
15. What is the primary causative agent of AIDS?
16. Which lifestyle factor significantly increases the risk of developing various cancers, particularly lung cancer? Smoking
17. The purpose of immunization is to provide: Long-term protection against specific diseases
18. The excessive consumption of alcohol can lead to: Liver damage, pancreatitis, and certain cancers
19. Which type of vaccine uses a weakened, but live, form of the pathogen? Live-attenuated vaccine
20. The uncontrolled proliferation of abnormal cells in the body leads to the formation of: Tumors
21. Lack of physical activity is strongly associated with an increased risk of: Certain types of cancer and cardiovascular disease
22. The spread of cancer cells from the primary site to other parts of the body is called: Metastasis
23. Which vaccine type aims to protect against diseases caused by toxins produced by bacteria? Toxoid vaccine
24. Which type of vaccine uses a killed or inactivated form of the pathogen? Inactivated vaccine
25. A vaccine that contains only a specific antigen or part of a pathogen is called a: Subunit vaccine
26. Toxoid vaccines are derived from: Inactivated bacterial toxins
27. What is the primary target of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)? Helper T-lymphocytes (CD4+ cells)
28. A tumor that remains localized and does not invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant sites is called: Benign
29. Maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol are key components of: Preventing lifestyle diseases
30. An example of an inactivated vaccine is: Poliomyelitis (Salk vaccine)
31. Which of the following is a primary tumor that has not spread to other parts of the body? Primary tumor
32. A substance or agent that can cause cancer is known as a: Carcinogen
33. Smoking tobacco is a major risk factor for: Lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses
34. A diet high in saturated fats, cholesterol, and sodium is a risk factor for which lifestyle disease? Hypertension and Cardiovascular diseases
35. A sedentary lifestyle is a significant risk factor for: Obesity and cardiovascular diseases
36. Which cells are critically depleted in individuals with AIDS, leading to opportunistic infections? Helper T-cells (CD4+ T-cells)
37. Which disease is characterized by the body's inability to regulate blood sugar levels effectively, often linked to lifestyle factors? Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
38. Which type of cancer arises from epithelial tissues? Carcinoma
39. Which of these is a method of transmission for HIV? Breast milk from an infected mother
40. Which of the following is a crucial component of successful immunization programs for achieving herd immunity? High vaccination coverage across the population
41. Chemotherapy works by: Killing rapidly dividing cells, including cancer cells.
42. The BCG vaccine is primarily used to prevent: Tuberculosis
43. Which of the following is a common characteristic of lifestyle diseases? They develop over time due to factors like diet, exercise, and habits.
44. What is the main goal of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) for HIV/AIDS? To suppress viral replication and prevent progression to AIDS.
45. What is the purpose of a booster dose in vaccination schedules? To strengthen the immune response and maintain long-term protection
46. Oncogenes are genes that can potentially cause cancer. They are derived from: Proto-oncogenes
47. Which of the following is NOT typically considered a lifestyle disease? Malaria
48. Chronic stress is a contributing factor to which health issue? Cardiovascular problems and weakened immunity
49. Subunit vaccines contain only specific pieces of the pathogen, such as: Surface proteins or antigens