23 Questions
Which bacteria are the most resistant to Brucellosis?
B.melitensis and B.suis
What is the typical incubation period for Brucellosis?
2-3 weeks
Which of the following is NOT a common clinical symptom of Brucellosis?
Rash
What percentage of Brucellosis cases result in a relapse within the first year?
4-10%
Which diagnostic test is used to detect antibodies against Brucella in serum?
Wright tube agglutination
Which body fluid is more sensitive than blood for culturing Brucella?
Bone marrow
What is the main clinical significance of F.Tularensis?
Causing tularemia in humans and animals
Which method is NOT valuable for diagnosing Tularemia?
Gram staining
How is Tularemia primarily transmitted to humans?
Tick bite
Why are Beta lactams, macrolids, and sulfonamides ineffective against Tularemia?
They are not effective against the pathogen
What is the clinical significance of Turkey regarding Tularemia?
Highly endemic areas
Which combination is the first option regimen for treating Tularemia?
Streptomycin + Tetracycline
Which of the following is a typical clinical feature of brucellosis?
High fever
What is the most effective way to prevent brucellosis epidemics?
Avoiding consumption of unpasteurized dairy products
Which of the following is the most lethal complication of brucellosis?
Endocarditis
How long can Brucella bacteria survive in a dead animal fetus?
75 days
Which of the following is not a common mode of transmission for brucellosis?
Human-to-human transmission through sexual contact
Which of the following is the most effective against Brucella bacteria?
Disinfectants
What is the purpose of performing a titration if the Rose Bengal test is positive?
To measure the level of antibody response
Which of the following infections can the Wright test detect?
B. melitensis, B. abortus, and B. suis infections
What is the recommended duration of treatment for brucellosis?
Several months
Which of the following is a recommended precaution for individuals at risk of brucellosis?
Avoid contact with uncooked milk and dairy products
What is the purpose of monitoring patients with brucellosis during treatment?
Both (a) and (b)
Test your knowledge on the characteristics of Francisella Tularensis, the causative agent of tularemia. Learn about its size, aerobic nature, motility, and clinical significance. Explore how it is transmitted and its intracellular pathogenicity.
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