Asked by Yahsmin Ogburn on Aug 01, 2024
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The time between infection by a pathogen and the first appearance of symptoms is known as
A) prodrome.
B) convalescence.
C) chronic infection.
D) incubation.
Incubation
The period between exposure to an infection and the appearance of the first symptoms.
Prodrome
An early symptom or set of symptoms that might indicate the start of a disease before specific symptoms occur.
Convalescence
The period of recovery and rest following illness, injury, or medical treatment.
- Identify indications and manifestations linked to prevalent infections.
- Distinguish between the features of acute, chronic, and latent infections.
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Chase HinkleyAug 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The time between infection by a pathogen and the first appearance of symptoms is known as incubation. The other options are not as applicable to this definition.
Learning Objectives
- Identify indications and manifestations linked to prevalent infections.
- Distinguish between the features of acute, chronic, and latent infections.