Cryptococcal Meningitis Quiz
5 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is the second most common fungal infection in AIDS patients?

  • Aspergillosis
  • Cryptococcosis (correct)
  • Candidiasis
  • Histoplasmosis

    • What is the etiologic agent of cryptococcal meningitis?

  • Virus
  • Protozoa
  • Bacteria
  • Fungus (correct)

    • Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with cryptococcal meningitis?

  • Headache
  • Joint pain (correct)
  • Loss of vision
  • Nausea and vomiting

    • How is cryptococcal meningitis transmitted?

    <p>Inhalation of fungus from the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for cryptococcal meningitis?

    <p>Antifungal drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser