Microbiology Infectious Diseases Quiz
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What is a common complication associated with congenital rubella syndrome?

  • Nerve damage
  • Severe pain
  • Vision loss (correct)
  • Diarrhea

Which vaccine is effective against shingles?

  • MenACWY vaccine
  • Polysaccharide capsule vaccine
  • Varicella vaccine (correct)
  • MMR vaccine

What is a significant characteristic of necrotizing fasciitis caused by Group A Streptococcus?

  • High fever only
  • Fluid-filled rash
  • Bacterial growth in the bloodstream
  • Severe pain and redness (correct)

What is a potential consequence of gas gangrene infection?

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Which of the following is a common transmission method for meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis?

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What is the primary causative agent of Gonorrhea?

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Which of the following transmission methods is associated with the West Nile Virus?

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What type of vaccine is available for Hepatitis B?

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Which symptom is most characteristic of Whooping cough?

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What is a common symptom of tuberculosis?

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Which virulence factor is associated with Clostridioides Difficile?

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Which bacteria is responsible for septicemia?

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What is a common consequence of untreated Syphilis?

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How is Lyme disease primarily transmitted?

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Which of the following is a serious complication of diphtheria?

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What is the primary prevention method for Cholera?

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Which of the following is a sequelae of COVID-19?

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What is the primary method of prevention for rabies?

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Which vaccine is commonly used to prevent tetanus?

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What is the most common transmission route for Bacterial Pneumoniae?

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Which pathogenic characteristic does Bacillus anthracis possess?

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What is the causative organism of Zika virus?

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What is a common symptom of dengue fever?

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What indicates a prevention strategy for Group B Streptococcus during labor?

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Which of the following is a long-term complication of Lyme disease?

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Clostridioides Difficile Transmission

Spread of Clostridioides Difficile through the fecal-oral route.

Gonorrhea Symptoms

Burning sensation, painful urination, discharge.

Hepatitis B Prevention

Vaccination, safe sex, proper hygiene.

Genital Herpes Transmission

Spread through sexual contact, vertical transmission, kissing, or saliva.

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Bacterial Pneumoniae Symptoms

Coughing, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain.

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Whooping Cough Prevention

DTaP vaccine is the preventative method.

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West Nile Virus Transmission

Spread through mosquito bites.

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Cholera Transmission

Spread through contaminated food or water; or person-to-person.

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AIDS Prevention

Safe sex, good hygiene and avoiding sharing needles.

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Anthrax Transmission Route

Mostly spread through spores, from contaminated meals, drinks or infected animal tissue.

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Tuberculosis (TB)

A bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs, spread through respiratory droplets.

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Septicemia

Blood poisoning, a life-threatening infection spreading through the bloodstream.

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Lyme Disease

A bacterial infection transmitted by ticks.

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Group B Strep

A bacterial infection that can be passed from mother to baby during childbirth.

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Diphtheria

Bacterial infection causing sore throat and potentially fatal complications.

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Rabies

Viral disease, often transmitted by animal bite.

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Tetanus

Bacterial infection characterized by muscle spasms.

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Polio

Viral infection that can cause paralysis.

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Zika

Viral illness transmitted by mosquitoes, potentially causing birth defects.

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Dengue Fever

Viral fever spread by mosquitoes with various symptoms.

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German Measles (Rubella)

A viral infection characterized by a rash, often accompanied by fever and swollen lymph nodes.

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Shingles (Herpes Zoster)

A viral infection affecting nerve cells, causing painful skin rash.

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Necrotizing Fasciitis

A severe bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissues.

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Gas Gangrene

A serious bacterial infection, often to wounds, producing gas in tissues.

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Meningitis

Inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

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Study Notes

Clostridium Difficile

  • Transmission: Fecal-oral, contaminated surfaces
  • Symptoms: Watery diarrhea, abdominal pain
  • Virulence Factor: Endospores I
  • Sequelae: Colitis, CDI
  • Prevention: Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT), antibiotics

Gonorrhea

  • Transmission: Sexual contact, bodily fluids
  • Symptoms: Burning sensation, painful urination, discharge
  • Virulence Factors: Pili, flagella
  • Sequelae: PID, chronic pain, infertility
  • Prevention: Safe sex, regular testing, antibiotic treatment

Hepatitis B

  • Transmission: Infected blood, semen, vaginal secretions
  • Symptoms: Loss of appetite, nausea, jaundice
  • Virulence Factor: HBsAg surface antigen, Hbc cove
  • Sequelae: Chronic hepatitis, liver failure, liver cancer, death
  • Prevention: Vaccine, safe sex practices, sterilized needles

Genital Herpes

  • Transmission: Sexual contact, vertical transmission
  • Symptoms: Painful blisters, itching, flu-like symptoms
  • Virulence Factors: HSV-1, HSV-2
  • Sequelae: Recurrent outbreaks, neurological complications
  • Prevention: Safe sex, antiviral medications

Syphilis

  • Transmission: Sexual contact, vertical transmission
  • Symptoms: Body rash, sores, flu-like symptoms
  • Virulence Factors: Flagella
  • Sequelae: Cardiovascular, neurological, organ damage, death
  • Prevention: Safe sex, testing

Bacterial Pneumonia

  • Transmission: Droplets, contaminated surfaces
  • Symptoms: Coughing, shortness of breath, fever
  • Virulence Factor: Polysaccharide capsule
  • Sequelae: Empyema, respiratory failure
  • Prevention: Vaccination, proper hygiene

Whooping Cough

  • Transmission: Droplets, respiratory mucosa
  • Symptoms: Intense coughing fits, difficulty breathing
  • Virulence Factor: Pertussis toxin
  • Sequelae: Respiratory failure, brain damage
  • Prevention: Vaccination

West Nile Virus

  • Transmission: Mosquito bite
  • Symptoms: Fever, headache, nausea, muscle weakness
  • Virulence Factor: Envelope protein
  • Sequelae: Paralysis, death
  • Prevention: Insect repellent, avoiding outdoor activities during peak mosquito hours

Influenza

  • Transmission: Droplets, contaminated surfaces
  • Symptoms: Fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches
  • Virulence Factors: Hemagglutinin, neuraminidase proteins
  • Sequelae: Pneumonia, death
  • Prevention: Vaccination, good hygiene

Cholera

  • Transmission: Fecal-oral route
  • Symptoms: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, weight loss
  • Virulence Factor: Cholera toxin
  • Sequelae: Dehydration, death
  • Prevention: Clean water, proper hygiene

Plague

  • Transmission: Flea bites, person-to-person
  • Symptoms: Fever, chills, swollen lymph nodes, organ damage, gangrene
  • Virulence Factor: Plyarginogen activator, Yersinia pestis
  • Sequelae: Septic shock, organ failure, death
  • Prevention: Rodent control, antibiotics

Anthrax

  • Transmission: Ingestion or inhalation of spores, direct contact
  • Symptoms: Skin lesions, respiratory problems
  • Virulence Factors: Exotoxins, capsule
  • Sequelae: Death
  • Prevention: Vaccination, protective equipment, proper hygiene

Tuberculosis

  • Transmission: Droplets, inhalation of spores
  • Symptoms: Coughing, fever, weight loss, fatigue
  • Virulence Factors: Cord Factor, capsule
  • Sequelae: Lung damage, death
  • Prevention: Vaccination, proper hygiene, medications

Other Diseases (pages 3-6)

  • Include a variety of viral and bacterial diseases with the same summary elements as above
  • Refer to page numbers for specific details.

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Test your knowledge on various infectious diseases caused by bacteria and viruses. This quiz covers Clostridium Difficile, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, and Genital Herpes, focusing on their transmission, symptoms, virulence factors, sequelae, and prevention methods. Challenge yourself to understand these diseases better!

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