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Neonatal Infections: Predisposing Factors

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What is the time frame for early-onset neonatal infection to arise?

More than 72 hours after birth

Within 24 hours of birth

Within 72 hours of birth (correct)

Within 48 hours of birth

Which of the following is a predisposing factor for neonatal infections?

Low serum properdin level and defective opsonisation (correct)

High phagocytic activity of polymorphs

High levels of IgA and IgM

Normal mechanical barrier

What is the most common cause of early-onset neonatal sepsis?

Group B Streptococcus (correct)

Listeria monocytogenes

Haemophilus influenza

Escherichia coli

What is the common complication of asymptomatic bacteriuria during pregnancy?

Pyelonephritis Signup and view all the answers

When can antibiotics be given to prevent Group B Streptococcus infection?

During labour or if there is infection during labour Signup and view all the answers

What is the common bacterial sexually transmitted infection in many countries?

Chlamydia trachomatis infection Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of pregnant women are carriers of Group B Streptococcus?

15% to 20% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following infections can affect the fetus during pregnancy?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern for bacterial infections in pregnancy?

Asymptomatic nature Signup and view all the answers

Why is early detection and treatment of bacterial infections crucial in pregnancy?

To prevent fetal complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission of Group B Streptococcus in pregnancy?

Maternal-fetal transmission Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bacterial infections can cause stillbirth in pregnancy?

Group B Streptococcus Signup and view all the answers

In pregnant patients with G6PD deficiency, which antibiotic may cause haemolysis?

Nitrofurantoin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission of Listeria monocytogenes?

Ingestion of contaminated food Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common presentation of Listeriosis in pregnancy?

Febrile illness similar to influenza Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary way to confirm a diagnosis of neonatal Listeriosis?

Culture of L. monocytogenes in blood or CSF Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication of Listeriosis in pregnancy?

Preterm labour Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible fetal complication of Listeriosis?