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?

Coma and delirium Signup and view all the answers

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

Airborne droplets Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary causative agent of Gonorrhea?

Neisseria gonorrhea Signup and view all the answers

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

Mosquitoe bite Signup and view all the answers

What type of vaccine is available for Hepatitis B?

Subunit vaccine Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is most characteristic of Whooping cough?

Intense coughing Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of tuberculosis?

Coughing Signup and view all the answers

Which virulence factor is associated with Clostridioides Difficile?

Endospores Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria is responsible for septicemia?

Staphylococcus aureus Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of untreated Syphilis?

Neurological complications Signup and view all the answers

How is Lyme disease primarily transmitted?

Black legged tick bites Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a serious complication of diphtheria?

Myocarditis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary prevention method for Cholera?

Good hygiene practices Signup and view all the answers

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

Acute respiratory failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method of prevention for rabies?

Avoiding wild animals Signup and view all the answers

Which vaccine is commonly used to prevent tetanus?

DTaP vaccine Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common transmission route for Bacterial Pneumoniae?

Respiratory droplets Signup and view all the answers

Which pathogenic characteristic does Bacillus anthracis possess?

Spore formation Signup and view all the answers

What is the causative organism of Zika virus?

Flavivirus Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of dengue fever?

Severe headache Signup and view all the answers

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

Antibiotics administration Signup and view all the answers

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

Neurological problems Signup and view all the answers

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)

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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!