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What is the case fatality rate of measles in developing countries?
What is the case fatality rate of measles in developing countries?
- 10% - 15%
- 5% - 8% (correct)
- 20% - 25%
- 1% - 2%
Which family does the causative agent of measles belong to?
Which family does the causative agent of measles belong to?
- Retroviridae
- Flaviviridae
- Orthomyxoviridae
- Paramyxoviridae (correct)
Which age group is mostly affected by measles-related deaths?
Which age group is mostly affected by measles-related deaths?
- Teenagers (13-19 years)
- Infants and young children (under 5 years) (correct)
- Elderly (above 60 years)
- Adults (20-40 years)
What are the characteristic features of Koplik spots in measles?
What are the characteristic features of Koplik spots in measles?
What are the clinical manifestations of measles known as the '3 Cs'?
What are the clinical manifestations of measles known as the '3 Cs'?
What is the primary mode of transmission of measles?
What is the primary mode of transmission of measles?
What is the average incubation period for measles?
What is the average incubation period for measles?
Which group is more likely to suffer from severe measles and complications?
Which group is more likely to suffer from severe measles and complications?
Which of the following complications is associated with measles?
Which of the following complications is associated with measles?
What is the primary portal of entry for the measles virus?
What is the primary portal of entry for the measles virus?