Meningitis: Causes and Incidence

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Which age group predominantly experiences bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib)?

  • Infants (correct)
  • Adolescents
  • Neonates
  • Older children

Which viral infections are usually associated with aseptic meningitis?

  • Rotavirus, norovirus, adenovirus
  • Influenza, common cold, chickenpox
  • Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C
  • Measles, mumps, herpes (correct)

What is the mode of transmission for meningococcal meningitis?

  • Fecal-oral route
  • Sexual contact
  • Airborne transmission
  • Droplet infection from nasopharyngeal secretion (correct)

Which bacteria commonly cause bacterial meningitis in older children?

<p>Neisseria meningitidis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the non-specific signs of meningitis in neonates and premature infants?

<p>Vomiting and diarrhea (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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