Question

sam is writing a report on asthma and allergies. what is the most accurate way to categorize these two ailments? (1 point)
these are mental health disorders.
these are single gene inherited disorders.
these are communicable diseases.
these are chronic conditions.

Explanation:

• Mental health disorders involve psychological and emotional aspects, which asthma and allergies do not primarily relate to.
• Single - gene inherited disorders are caused by mutations in a single gene. Asthma and allergies have more complex genetic and environmental factors rather than being simple single - gene inherited.
• Communicable diseases are spread from person to person. Asthma and allergies are not contagious in this way.
• Chronic conditions are long - lasting. Asthma is a long - term respiratory condition, and allergies can also be persistent (e.g., seasonal allergies that occur year after year).

Answer:

These are chronic conditions.