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What are the characteristic symptoms of dengue fever?
What are the characteristic symptoms of dengue fever?
- Sudden-onset fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, and a rash (correct)
- Chest pain and shortness of breath
- Stomach ache and fatigue
- Cough, runny nose, and sore throat
What is the recommended treatment for fever reduction and pain relief in dengue?
What is the recommended treatment for fever reduction and pain relief in dengue?
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Ibuprofen
- Aspirin
- Paracetamol (acetaminophen) (correct)
What is the incubation period for dengue fever?
What is the incubation period for dengue fever?
- 1 to 2 weeks
- 4 to 7 days
- 2 to 4 weeks
- 3 to 14 days (correct)
What is the primary vector responsible for spreading dengue fever?
What is the primary vector responsible for spreading dengue fever?
How many serotypes of the dengue virus are there?
How many serotypes of the dengue virus are there?
Which severe form of dengue fever is characterized by dangerously low blood pressure?
Which severe form of dengue fever is characterized by dangerously low blood pressure?
What type of immunity does infection with one serotype of dengue virus usually provide?
What type of immunity does infection with one serotype of dengue virus usually provide?
What is the name of the live tetravalent attenuated vaccine approved for dengue fever?
What is the name of the live tetravalent attenuated vaccine approved for dengue fever?
What is the recommended method for prevention of dengue?
What is the recommended method for prevention of dengue?
How many people require hospital admission due to dengue per year?
How many people require hospital admission due to dengue per year?
What is the characteristic symptom associated with dengue fever?
What is the characteristic symptom associated with dengue fever?
Which phase of infection involves high fever and generalized pain in dengue?
Which phase of infection involves high fever and generalized pain in dengue?
What is the most significant global problem related to dengue since the Second World War?
What is the most significant global problem related to dengue since the Second World War?
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