Respiratory diseases are especially easy to spread due to the effusion of respir

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Respiratory diseases are especially easy to spread due to the effusion of respiratory droplets immediately after exhalation. Inhalation is the most common portal of entry for microorganisms infecting the respiratory system, so close proximity with infected individuals should be avoided. However, certain pathogens enter the body through methods besides inhalation. The following statements describe ways diseases can be spread to the respiratory system. Which are true?

Select all that apply.

A Streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) is caused by an opportunistic infection of bacteria commonly spread by respiratory droplets. B Bacterial pneumonia may be caused by Yersinia pestis entering the lungs through the circulation. C Streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) is caused by an opportunistic infection of bacteria normally found in the lower respiratory tract. D The spread of Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is facilitated by mosquito vectors. E Bacterial pneumonia may be caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae entering the lungs through the circulation. F The spread of Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is facilitated by rodent reservoirs.

Explanation / Answer

The true statements about spreading of diseases to the respiratory system are

A. Streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) is caused by an opportunistic infection of bacteria commonly spread by respiratory droplets

B.Bacterial pneumonia may be caused by Yersinia pestis entering the lungs through the circulation.

F. The spread of Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is facilitated by rodent reservoirs.

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