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Final Exam Study Guide
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Total cards: 7•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
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epidemiology
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study of diseases in populations
#2
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morbidity
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illness/disability rate
#3
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mortality
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death rates
#4
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incidence
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new cases of disease
#5
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Epidemiologic triangle
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Host, Agent, Environment
#6
Front (Question)
explain direct vs. indirect transmission
Back (Answer)
• Direct transmission occurs when a pathogen passes directly from an infected person or animal to a susceptible host. • Indirect transmission relies on an intermediary—such as a contaminated surface, air currents, or a vector like a mosquito—to bridge the gap between the source and the new host.
#7
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