Infectious Diseases and Medical History Quiz
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Which bacterium is responsible for causing typhoid?

  • Haemophilus influenzae
  • Escherichia coli
  • Streptococcus pneumoniae
  • Salmonella typhi (correct)
  • What is the primary mode of transmission for pneumonia?

  • Inhaling droplets/aerosols released by an infected person (correct)
  • Sharing utensils with an infected person
  • Skin contact with an infected person
  • Consuming contaminated water
  • How did Typhoid Mary spread typhoid?

  • By direct contact with infected individuals
  • Through contaminated water sources
  • Through the food she prepared (correct)
  • By sharing personal items with infected individuals
  • What is the characteristic feature of dysentery?

    <p>Bloody diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the symptoms of the common cold?

    <p>Nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, tiredness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Typhoid Mary was a typhoid carrier who spread the disease through the food she prepared.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pneumonia is caused by bacteria infecting the alveoli of the lungs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The common cold is caused by the Rhino virus infecting the lungs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sharing glasses and utensils with an infected person can spread pneumonia.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dysentery is caused by a virus.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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