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Which of the following is the most important specimen collection method for diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis infection?
Which of the following is the most important specimen collection method for diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis infection?
- Blood culture
- Nasal saline wash (correct)
- Nasopharyngeal swab
- Cough plate
What is the primary reason for the use of charcoal agar media with cephalexin for culturing Bordetella pertussis?
What is the primary reason for the use of charcoal agar media with cephalexin for culturing Bordetella pertussis?
- To produce larger colonies for easier identification
- To enhance the growth of Bordetella pertussis
- To provide a selective and enrichment environment (correct)
- To inhibit the growth of other respiratory pathogens
Which of the following is the first-line treatment for Bordetella pertussis infection?
Which of the following is the first-line treatment for Bordetella pertussis infection?
- Azithromycin
- Ceftriaxone
- Erythromycin (correct)
- Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the vaccination against Bordetella pertussis?
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the vaccination against Bordetella pertussis?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes Bordetella pertussis from Haemophilus influenzae and Legionella pneumophila?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes Bordetella pertussis from Haemophilus influenzae and Legionella pneumophila?
Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding the morphology of Bordetella pertussis?
Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding the morphology of Bordetella pertussis?
What is the primary reason for the use of the direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) test in the diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis infection?
What is the primary reason for the use of the direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) test in the diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis infection?
Which of the following is the primary reason for the use of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole as an alternative treatment for Bordetella pertussis infection?
Which of the following is the primary reason for the use of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole as an alternative treatment for Bordetella pertussis infection?
What is the primary purpose of administering the Bordetella pertussis vaccine during the last trimester of pregnancy?
What is the primary purpose of administering the Bordetella pertussis vaccine during the last trimester of pregnancy?
Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding the epidemiological use of the ELISA test for Bordetella pertussis?
Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding the epidemiological use of the ELISA test for Bordetella pertussis?
