Classification of Nematodes Quiz

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What is the clinical presentation during the enteric phase of infection by All intestinal nematodes?

  • Fever, facial edema, urticaria, pain, swelling and weakness
  • Diarrhea/constipation, vomiting, abdominal cramps, malaise & nausea (correct)
  • Mild catarrhal inflammation of the intestinal mucosa
  • Intense itching, insomnia due to pruritus, poor appetite, weight loss

How can the diagnosis of infection by All intestinal nematodes be definitively confirmed?

  • High counts of peripheral blood eosinophilia
  • Muscle biopsy (correct)
  • Biochemical test for muscle damage
  • Serology

What is the most appropriate treatment for All intestinal nematodes?

  • Thiabendazole 2x a day for 7 days (correct)
  • Mebendazole 6 hourly for 10-14 days
  • Albendazole 400mg single dose
  • Mebendazole 500mg single dose

Which parasite causes enterobiasis/oxyuriasis characterized by perianal itching?

<p>Enterobius vermicularis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOT (Mode of Transmission) for Ascaris lumbricoides?

<p>Ingestion of embryonated egg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom experienced due to infection by Enterobius vermicularis?

<p>Insomnia due to pruritus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which medication can be administered as a single dose for Enterobius vermicularis infection?

<p>Albendazole 400mg single dose (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a hallmark symptom of enterobiasis caused by Enterobius vermicularis?

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What should be the focus of prevention and control strategies for Enterobius vermicularis infection?

<p>Proper hand washing and personal hygiene (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage involves the encystment process and muscle damage in All intestinal nematodes infection?

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All intestinal nematodes: Symptoms

Diarrhea/constipation, vomiting, abdominal cramps, malaise, and nausea.

Enterobius vermicularis: Infection symptom

Perianal itching.

Ascaris lumbricoides: Transmission

Ingestion of embryonated eggs.

Enterobius vermicularis: Treatment

Albendazole 400mg single dose.

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All intestinal nematodes: Treatment

Thiabendazole 2x a day for 7 days.

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All intestinal nematodes: Diagnosis (incorrect)

Muscle biopsy is NOT a definitive diagnosis method for intestinal nematodes.

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Enterobiasis Prevention

Handwashing and personal hygiene are key.

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Enterobiasis: Symptom

Insomnia due to pruritus (itching).

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Ascariasis: Symptoms

Ingestion of embryonated eggs lead to infection.

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Intestinal Nematodes: Convalescent Stage

Encysted stage with muscle damage.

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