Question

check for understanding: non-communicable diseases

directions
answer the question below to check your understanding and move forward in the course!

which is not a risk factor of non-communicable diseases?

select the correct answer

• exercising
• exposure to airborne pathogens
• exposure to smoking
• poor diet

Explanation:

Define non-communicable diseases

Non-communicable diseases cannot spread from person to person.

Analyze risk factors

These diseases develop from genetics, lifestyle, and environment.

Evaluate the options

Using the Communicable Diseases and Pathogens knowledge points:

• Exercising, smoking, and poor diet are lifestyle factors.
• Pathogens cause infectious, communicable diseases instead.
• Therefore, airborne pathogens do not cause non-communicable diseases.

Answer:

• Exercising
• Exposure to airborne pathogens (Correct answer)
• Exposure to smoking
• Poor diet