Answers to
The FDA Consumer Quiz




1. How many Americans are affected by hay fever (also called pollen allergy)? B. 1 out of 10.

2. In the fall ragweed pollen season, when are pollen levels the highest? A. In the morning.

3. The largest organ of the human body is: C. Skin

4. How many Americans are hospitalized yearly for burn treatments? B. 45,000

5. Like real skin, some biosynthetic wound dressings contain: A. Human tissue

6. How many robotic surgical systems have received FDA clearance to be marketed in the United States? A. Two

7. Robotic surgical systems currently on the market cost hospitals about: C. $1 million

8. According to a recent Harris poll of people over 35, what percentage admitted that they don't visit a dentist regularly? B. 39 percent

9. Which of the following can be symptoms of periodontal disease: D. All of the above.

10. According to a 2001 Harvard University risk assessment study, the chances of BSE ("mad cow disease") entering the United States and posing a risk to consumers and agriculture are: A. Extremely low.


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