Acute vs Chronic Diseases - UNSOLVED PRACTICE SET
Chapter: Why Do We Fall Ill | Topic: Acute vs Chronic Diseases
ACUTE VS CHRONIC DISEASES - UNSOLVED PRACTICE SET
Topic: Acute vs Chronic Diseases
Multiple Choice Questions
Q1. An acute disease is one that:
- Lasts for a person's entire lifetime
- Lasts for a short period of time and causes sudden symptoms
- Has no symptoms at all
- Is always inherited from parents
Q2. Which of the following is a chronic disease?
- Common cold
- Influenza
- Diabetes
- Cholera
Q3. A major difference between acute and chronic diseases is that chronic diseases:
- Are always caused by viruses
- Cause long-term or permanent damage to body organs
- Can be cured in a few days with rest
- Never require medication
Q4. Sneha had a throat infection that lasted for 4 days and then she recovered fully. Her grandfather has been taking medicines for arthritis for 12 years. We can say that:
- Both have acute diseases
- Sneha has an acute disease, and her grandfather has a chronic disease
- Both have chronic diseases
- Sneha has a chronic disease and her grandfather has an acute disease
Q5. Why are chronic diseases generally more harmful to a person's overall life than acute diseases?
- Because they spread faster from person to person
- Because they last for a long time and can permanently affect body organs and daily life
- Because they are always more painful
- Because they have no cure at all
Short Answer Questions
Q6. Define acute disease and chronic disease. Give one example of each from daily life in India.
Q7. Make a comparison table showing three differences between acute and chronic diseases based on duration, effect on organs, and need for long-term treatment.
Q8. Why is diabetes considered more dangerous than common cold in the long run? Explain with reference to the effects on body organs like kidneys, eyes, and heart.
Q9. Can a person have both an acute and a chronic disease at the same time? Give a real-life example to support your answer.
Long Answer Questions
Q10. Explain the differences between acute and chronic diseases under these headings: duration of illness, effect on body organs, need for continuous treatment, and impact on daily life and productivity. Give two examples of each type from diseases common in India.
Q11. "Acute diseases may knock you down suddenly, but chronic diseases slowly change your entire life." Discuss this statement by comparing the immediate impact of acute diseases (like typhoid) with the long-term consequences of chronic diseases (like diabetes or hypertension). Why do chronic diseases pose a greater challenge to public health systems?
APPLICATION / ANALYSIS
Q12. Case Study — Hospital OPD Records:
A district hospital in Bihar recorded these patient visits in one week:
| Patient | Disease | Duration | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ram (age 8) | Viral fever | 4 days | Paracetamol, recovered |
| Sunita (age 45) | Diabetes | 10 years | Daily insulin, diet control |
| Mohan (age 60) | Heart disease | 8 years | Regular medicines, limited activity |
| Geeta (age 12) | Food poisoning | 2 days | ORS, recovered |
| Fatima (age 35) | Asthma | Since childhood | Inhaler, avoids dust |
Answer the following:
(a) Classify each patient as having an acute or chronic condition.
(b) Calculate what percentage of these patients have chronic diseases. Show your work.
(c) Why does the hospital need a separate chronic care clinic for patients like Sunita, Mohan, and Fatima? What special services would this clinic provide?
Q13. Real-Life Application — Family Health Budget:
The Sharma family spends money on health as follows:
Father's diabetes medicines: ₹2,500 per month
Mother's occasional fever treatment: ₹300 per occurrence (3 times a year)
Grandfather's heart medicines: ₹1,800 per month
Child's viral fever treatment: ₹500 per occurrence (4 times a year)
Answer the following:
(a) Calculate the total yearly health expenditure of the family. Show all steps.
(b) What percentage of the total yearly health budget is spent on chronic diseases? Show your calculation.
(c) How does the burden of chronic diseases affect a family's ability to save money for education or emergencies? Explain.