Asked by Helmut Andres Florencia Roldan on Jul 12, 2024
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What is a symptom of malaria?
A) curvature of the spine
B) weakened immune system
C) blindness
D) elevated red blood cell count
Symptom
A symptom is a sign or indication of a condition, disorder, or disease, often observed by the patient, differing from signs that are detectable by others or through tests.
Malaria
A mosquito-borne infectious disease affecting humans and other animals caused by Plasmodium parasites.
Elevated Red Blood Cell Count
This refers to an increase in the number of red blood cells in the bloodstream, which can improve oxygen delivery to tissues but may indicate health problems.
- Identify the importance of vectors in disease dissemination and the pathways through which infectious diseases are transmitted.
Verified Answer
PX
phumlani xakekileJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Malaria does weaken the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to other infections. Curvature of the spine and blindness are not symptoms of malaria. While an elevated red blood cell count can occur in some cases of malaria, it is not a consistent or defining symptom.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the importance of vectors in disease dissemination and the pathways through which infectious diseases are transmitted.