Question

question 7
the schick skin test is used to detect:
○ tetanus
○ tuberculosis
○ polio
○ diphtheria

question 8
____ is inflammation of nasal mucosa caused by allergies, viruses, and bacteria.
○ diphtheria
○ emphysema
○ pleurisy
○ rhinitis

question 9
silicosis is also known as:
○ grinders disease
○ pneumonoconiosis
○ whooping cough
○ croup

Explanation:

• Question 7: The Schick Skin Test is specifically designed to detect susceptibility to diphtheria. It works by introducing a small amount of diphtheria toxin under the skin and observing the reaction.
• Question 8: Rhinitis is defined as inflammation of the nasal mucosa. This can be triggered by various factors such as allergies (allergic rhinitis), viruses (viral rhinitis), or bacteria.
• Question 9: Silicosis is a type of pneumoconiosis. Pneumoconiosis is a general term for lung diseases caused by the inhalation of dust. Silicosis occurs due to the inhalation of silica dust.

Answer:

• Question 7: Diphtheria
• Question 8: Rhinitis
• Question 9: Pneumonoconiosis