Question

ben started experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms and went to the doctor. after running some tests, the doctor prescribed him some medication. within three days, he started to feel much better but will take the medication for 10 days to be sure the pathogen is killed. ben most likely had a
a bacterium
b fungus
c parasite
d virus
question 8 (1 point)
(03.04 mc)
which behavioral change would best help to prevent cardiovascular disease?
a aim for at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
b review social media pages to read about trends in treatment.
c start taking a supplement recommended by a media influencer.
d watch a documentary about the history of the disease.

Explanation:

• Question 1: Bacteria - Bacterial infections are often treated with medications (like antibiotics) that need to be taken for a full course (even if symptoms improve) to ensure the pathogen is eradicated. Fungal infections usually have different treatment courses and symptoms. Parasites may require specific antiparasitic drugs with different regimens. Viruses are not treated with antibiotics (the most common type of medication for bacterial infections), as antibiotics don't work on viruses.
• Question 2: Physical activity - Regular physical activity (at least 60 minutes a day as a general guideline for health - though the exact amount can vary based on guidelines) helps in maintaining a healthy weight, improving blood circulation, and reducing risk factors (like high blood pressure, high cholesterol) for cardiovascular disease. Reviewing social media pages about treatment trends is not a preventive behavioral change. Taking supplements recommended by a media influencer may not be evidence - based and could even be harmful. Watching a documentary about the history of the disease is an informative activity but not a preventive behavioral change.

Answer:

• Question 1: a. bacterium
• Question 2: a. Aim for at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day