NUR 232 Week 8 Student view

Chronic Infection

An infection lasting longer than 2 weeks and sometimes incurable, often requiring ongoing management or treatment. These infections can result from bacteria, viruses, or fungi, and may lead to long-term health issues such as organ damage or persistent symptoms.

Acute Infection

An infection that resolves in a few days to weeks.

Chronic Infection

An infection lasting longer than 2 weeks and sometimes incurable.

Localized Infection

Infection confined to a specific body area.

Systemic Infection

Infection that affects the whole body or spreads throughout.

Epidemic

An increased number of cases of an infectious disease than normal.

Pandemic

A worldwide epidemic of a disease.

Bacterial Infections

Infections caused by bacteria, a type of microorganism.

Viral Infections

Infections caused by viruses, another type of microorganism.

Fungal Infections

Infections caused by fungi, often affecting skin or mucous membranes.

Parasitic Infections

Infections caused by parasites like protozoa.

Pathogens

Microorganisms capable of causing disease.

Virulent

Capable of causing disease; highly pathogenic.

Immunodeficiency

A state where the immune system is weakened or not functioning properly.

Chronic Diseases

Long-lasting diseases that can affect overall health.

C-reactive protein (CRP)

A substance produced by the liver in response to inflammation.

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)

A blood test that can indicate inflammation.

Antibiotics

Medications used to treat bacterial infections.

Immunizations

Vaccines that provide protection against certain infectious diseases.

Symptoms

Physical manifestations of disease.

Asthma

A chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways characterized by wheezing and shortness of breath.

Cystic Fibrosis

An inherited disorder characterized by thick mucus production affecting various organs.

Gas Exchange

The process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs.

Perfusion

The flow of blood through the vascular system to deliver oxygen and nutrients.

Pulmonary Capillaries

Small blood vessels in the lungs where gas exchange occurs.

Bronchodilator

A medication that relaxes and opens airways, helping in respiratory conditions.

Sickle Cell Anemia

An inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormal hemoglobin leading to sickle-shaped red blood cells.

Crisis (in sickle cell disease)

An acute episode of pain or health complication due to sickle-shaped cells.

Diabetes Mellitus

A chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.

What is an acute infection?

An infection that resolves in a few days to weeks.

Define a localized infection.

An infection confined to a specific body area.

What is a systemic infection?

An infection that affects the whole body or spreads throughout.

What characterizes an epidemic?

An increased number of cases of an infectious disease above normal.

What is the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic?

A pandemic is a worldwide epidemic of a disease.

What are bacterial infections caused by?

Infections caused by bacteria, a type of microorganism.

What are viral infections?

Infections caused by viruses, another type of microorganism.

What can fungal infections affect?

Fungal infections often affect skin or mucous membranes.

What are pathogens?

Microorganisms capable of causing disease.

What does immunodeficiency mean?

A state where the immune system is weakened or not functioning properly.