Compare acute infections, chronic infections, and latent infections.

What will be an ideal response?


Infections differ in the way they present themselves over time. Acute infections tend to last a short time and may go through a series of stages. Chronic infections persist for a long time. Latent infections are essentially dormant, but the pathogens that cause them remain in the body and are able to replicate.

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

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Matching patients and treatments is expensive and generally not worthwhile

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The mental, emotional, social, and physical benefits of exercise interact in a way that it may be used for treatment, prevention, and alleviation of stress

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Approximately what percentage of adults use mental health counseling services?

A) 2-5 percent B) 6-11 percent C) 12-15 percent D) 16-20 percent

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