1. Write a 2 to 3 page paper (not including title or reference pages) on the pathogen you outlined in Session 5.

In the paper, you will need to address:

    • Brief introduction or background information (include statistics when possible)
    • Basic characteristics (i.e. shape, gram stain, envelop or non-enveloped virus, etc.)
    • Modes of transmission
    • Virulence factors
    • Prevention and treatment
    • * Discuss your understanding of how a Christian worldview could be beneficial in treatment of the patient diagnosed with this pathogen.

* Required sections for your paper that were not required for your Outline assignment in Session 5.

Write this paper in Microsoft Word and format it according to APA guidelines. Properly cite your sources for the points explored in the paper. Use the rubric linked to this assignment for the standard of writing required for this assignment.

When finished, upload your paper by the due date posted.

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