Choleragen Enterotoxin Effects Quiz
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What is the causative agent of cholera?

  • Vibrio Cholerae (correct)
  • Salmonella Typhi
  • Vibrio Parahaemolyticus
  • Escherichia Coli

What is the function of Choleragen in cholera infection?

  • Promote water reabsorption
  • Inhibit chloride secretion
  • Stimulate the increase of Cyclic Adenosine Mono-Phosphate (cAMP) (correct)
  • Prevent potassium loss

What are the symptoms of cholera infection?

  • Fever, cough, sore throat
  • Rash, joint pain, headache
  • Acute and profuse colorless diarrhea, vomiting, severe dehydration (correct)
  • Nausea, constipation, abdominal pain

What is the result of increased chloride secretion in cholera infection?

<p>Water, potassium and bicarbonate loss (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can untreated cholera infection lead to?

<p>Hypovolemic shock and metabolic acidosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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