Comparison should include
- types of infection and requisite treatment methods
- bacterial infections (antibiotics)
- viral infections (antivirals)
- fungal infections (antifungals)
- parasitic infections (anti-parasitic)
- additional treatment methods, such as
- immunotherapy
- chemotherapy
- radiation therapy
- vaccines
- treatment procedures
- surgery
- stem cell transplantation
- blood transfusion.
Teacher Resource: American Veterinary Medical Association
Process/Skill Questions:
- What forms of treatment are available for sick and diseased plants and animals?
- Why are there withdrawal periods for certain treatments used on animals and animal products that will be used for food?
- Why are there restricted entry intervals (REI) for certain treatments used on plants that will be used for food?
- What are the similarities and differences between withdrawal periods and REI?
- What are the differences between traditional treatment methods and acceptable organic treatment methods?