Question 1

This sexually transmitted disease (STD)can result in infertility in females:&#10;A) HSV-2&#10;B) Syphilis&#10;C) Chlamydia&#10;D) HIV

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia can lead to infertility in females if left untreated. HSV-2 (herpes simplex virus) can cause painful genital sores but does not typically lead to infertility. Syphilis and HIV can both have serious health consequences but do not directly lead to infertility in females.

Question 2

Bacteria that typically affects the lungs but also attacks the brain,spinal cord,and kidneys is:&#10;A) Tuberculosis (TB)&#10;B) Meningitis&#10;C) Viral hepatitis&#10;D) HIV

Accepted Answer

Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis and primarily affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other parts of the body, including the brain, spinal cord, and kidneys.

Question 3

Administering aspirin or aspirin type products in children with a viral illness may result in:&#10;A) Streptococcus&#10;B) Koplik's spots&#10;C) Shingles&#10;D) Reye syndrome

Accepted Answer

Administering aspirin or aspirin type products in children with a viral illness may result in Reye syndrome, a rare but serious condition that can cause brain and liver damage. Therefore, aspirin should not be given to children with viral illnesses or fever.

Question 4

Koplik's spots are signs of:&#10;A) Rubella&#10;B) Reye syndrome&#10;C) Rubeola&#10;D) Fifth disease

Accepted Answer

Koplik's spots are small white or bluish-white spots on the mucous membranes in the mouth and are a characteristic feature of rubeola, also known as measles. Rubella and fifth disease do not have Koplik's spots as a symptom, and Reye syndrome is not associated with any skin or mucous membrane symptoms.

Question 5

To identify whether the cause of meningitis is viral or bacterial,obtain a:&#10;A) CT scan&#10;B) Fast Strep test&#10;C) Spinal tap&#10;D) MMR

Accepted Answer

To identify the cause of meningitis as viral or bacterial, a spinal tap is the best course of action. This involves withdrawing a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the spinal canal and analyzing it for the presence of bacteria or viruses. CT scans may show indications of inflammation in the brain and meninges, but they do not determine the cause of meningitis. Fast Strep tests are used to diagnose bacterial throat infections caused by Streptococcal bacteria, which is not necessarily related to meningitis. MMR vaccine is used to protect against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella viruses and has no utility in diagnosing meningitis.

Question 6

A term used to describe a disease-causing organism that has been weakened and used in a vaccine to protect against that disease is:&#10;A) Live&#10;B) Attenuated&#10;C) Vested&#10;D) Deadened

Accepted Answer

Attenuated refers to a disease-causing organism (such as a virus or bacterium) that has been weakened so that it is no longer virulent or dangerous, but can still trigger an immune response. This weakened organism is used in some types of vaccines to stimulate the body's immune system to produce antibodies against the disease, without causing the actual disease itself.

Question 7

The form of herpes that causes fever blisters is:&#10;A) HSV-1&#10;B) HSV-2&#10;C) HSV-3&#10;D) All forms of HSV

Accepted Answer

HSV-1 typically causes fever blisters or cold sores, while HSV-2 typically causes genital herpes. HSV-3 is not a recognized subtype of herpes, and while all forms of HSV can cause various symptoms, A is the most accurate answer for the given question.

Question 8

The most typical cause of meningitis is:&#10;A) Viral infection&#10;B) Brain hemorrhage&#10;C) Nausea&#10;D) Bacterial infection

Accepted Answer

Bacterial infection is the most typical cause of meningitis, particularly the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae. Viral infections can also result in meningitis, but this is less common. Brain hemorrhage and nausea are not commonly associated with meningitis.

Question 9

This disease is also known as &#34;the great imitator&#34;:&#10;A) HPV&#10;B) HSV-2&#10;C) Syphilis&#10;D) Gonorrhea

Accepted Answer

Syphilis is known as "the great imitator" because its symptoms can mimic those of many other diseases, making it difficult to diagnose without proper testing. It can cause a range of symptoms, including skin rashes, fever, headaches, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes, which may be mistaken for other conditions. Without prompt treatment, syphilis can progress and cause serious health problems, including damage to the brain, heart, and other organs.

Question 10

Diseases caused by microorganisms and transmitted by people,animals,foods,surfaces,and through the air are known as:&#10;A) Communicable&#10;B) Pathogenic&#10;C) Vector borne&#10;D) Reportable

Accepted Answer

Communicable diseases are those that can spread from one person to another or from animals to humans. They can be transmitted through direct contact, such as touching or kissing, or through indirect contact, such as contaminated objects or surfaces. Examples of communicable diseases include colds, flu, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS. Pathogenic diseases refer to any disease that can cause harm to the host, whether it is communicable or not. Vector borne diseases are those that are carried by animals or insects and transmitted to humans. Reportable diseases are those that are required by law to be reported to public health officials.

Question 11

An untreated fever can lead to:&#10;A) Brain damage&#10;B) Seizures&#10;C) An extended disease&#10;D) Blistered skin

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Question 12

The MMR vaccine is a combination for:&#10;A) Measles,Mumps,Rubella&#10;B) Measles,Mumps,Rubeola&#10;C) Measles,Meningitis,Reye syndrome&#10;D) Mumps,Mononucleosis,Rash

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The answer of The MMR vaccine is a combination for:&#10;A)...

Question 13

The most commonly transmitted STD is:&#10;A) Gonorrhea&#10;B) Syphilis&#10;C) HPV&#10;D) HSV

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The answer of The most commonly transmitted STD is:&#10;A) Gonorrhea&#10;B)...

Question 14

Left untreated,this condition can spread,leading to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID),conjunctivitis,and possible reproductive organ damage:&#10;A) Syphilis&#10;B) HSV-1&#10;C) Gonorrhea&#10;D) Chlamydia

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The answer of Left untreated,this condition can spread,leading to pelvic...

Question 15

Hepatitis is a viral infection of the:&#10;A) Brain&#10;B) Spleen&#10;C) Liver&#10;D) Lungs

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The answer of Hepatitis is a viral infection of the:&#10;A)...

Question 16

Which of these vaccines is used to protect against some forms of meningitis?&#10;A) MMR&#10;B) HpB&#10;C) Hib&#10;D) HSV

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The answer of Which of these vaccines is used to...

Question 17

The type of hepatitis that is a major threat to healthcare workers is:&#10;A) Type A&#10;B) Type B&#10;C) Type C&#10;D) Type E

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The answer of The type of hepatitis that is a...

Question 18

A type of therapy that reminds patients to take their medication by meeting with a healthcare professional daily or several times per week is:&#10;A) Directed by Doctor&#10;B) Observed by Doctor&#10;C) Directly Observed Therapy&#10;D) Therapy Administered Daily

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The answer of A type of therapy that reminds patients...

Question 19

A condition caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV)that can lie dormant and return later in life is:&#10;A) Mononucleosis&#10;B) Herpes Simplex Virus&#10;C) Chickenpox&#10;D) Shingles

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The answer of A condition caused by varicella zoster virus...

Question 20

Influenza is transmitted:&#10;A) By droplets&#10;B) Blood to blood&#10;C) By mosquitoes&#10;D) Through inanimate contact

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The answer of Influenza is transmitted:&#10;A) By droplets&#10;B) Blood to...

Question 21

___________means able to be passed from one person to another by direct or indirect contact.&#10;Chapter 11: Communicable Diseases

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The answer of ___________means able to be passed from one...

Question 22

The most common complication of varicella is:&#10;A) Secondary bacterial skin infection&#10;B) Whooping cough&#10;C) Strep throat&#10;D) Paralysis

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The answer of The most common complication of varicella is:&#10;A)...

Question 23

Treatment for most viral illnesses includes:&#10;A) Antibiotics&#10;B) Treating the symptoms&#10;C) Hospitalization&#10;D) Intravenous fluids

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The answer of Treatment for most viral illnesses includes:&#10;A) Antibiotics&#10;B)...

Question 24

___________is a common complication of influenza in children and adults.

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The answer of ___________is a common complication of influenza in...

Question 25

Mononucleosis is called the ___________disease because it is transmitted through saliva.

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The answer of Mononucleosis is called the ___________disease because it...

Question 26

Kaposi's sarcoma is typically found in patients with:&#10;A) HPV&#10;B) Tuberculosis&#10;C) Rubella&#10;D) HIV

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The answer of Kaposi's sarcoma is typically found in patients...

Question 27

Vaccines should provide ___________against a specific disease.

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The answer of Vaccines should provide ___________against a specific disease....

Question 28

Unlike most viruses that attack the body itself,this virus attacks a person's immune system and destroys the white blood cells the body uses to fight infections:&#10;A) HPV&#10;B) HIV&#10;C) HBV&#10;D) HCV

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The answer of Unlike most viruses that attack the body...

Question 29

Because 75% of infected women and 50% of infected men do not have symptoms,chlamydia has the title of the ___________STD.

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The answer of Because 75% of infected women and 50%...

Deck 11: Communicable Diseases