In the chain of infection, the ________ is the animal or insect that transmits a pathogen to a new host.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


vector

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The combining form that means ciliary body is ________.

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Contraindications for the topical application of corticosteroids include _______.

a.  skin infections, bacterial or fungal, and cutaneous or systemic viral infections b.  history of allergy, especially to sulfa drugs c.  osteoporosis or other bone disorders d.  depression, emotional lability, psychosis, aggression, and violent behavior

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Critical power is the energy required to perform the work divided by the actual, measured energy cost of the work

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following statements about multiple sclerosis (MS) are NOT true?

A. MS results in general fatigue and muscle weakness. B. MS results in destruction of the myelin sheaths of axons in the central nervous system. C. At present, no known cure exists for MS. D. MS results in damage to neurons within the basal ganglia.

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