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How does the rabies virus primarily gain access to the nervous system?
How does the rabies virus primarily gain access to the nervous system?
- Via inhalation
- Through exposed peripheral nerve synapses in bite wounds (correct)
- Through the bloodstream
- By crossing the blood-brain barrier
Which family does the infectious agent of rabies belong to?
Which family does the infectious agent of rabies belong to?
- Filoviridae
- Rhabdoviridae (correct)
- Flaviviridae
- Coronaviridae
What is the most common Lyssavirus infection in humans?
What is the most common Lyssavirus infection in humans?
- Dogs
- Cats
- Rabies virus (correct)
- Bats
What is the primary mode of rabies virus transmission?
What is the primary mode of rabies virus transmission?
What specimens are required for definitive antemortem diagnosis of rabies?
What specimens are required for definitive antemortem diagnosis of rabies?
Why is rabies diagnosis often missed at the first clinical encounter in the United States?
Why is rabies diagnosis often missed at the first clinical encounter in the United States?
What can incorrectly suggest a diagnosis of rabies in the absence of an accurate history of prior IVIG administration?
What can incorrectly suggest a diagnosis of rabies in the absence of an accurate history of prior IVIG administration?
Which organization is designated as the national rabies reference laboratory for the United States?
Which organization is designated as the national rabies reference laboratory for the United States?
What specimens can confirm the diagnosis of rabies in unvaccinated encephalitic patients?
What specimens can confirm the diagnosis of rabies in unvaccinated encephalitic patients?
Why is sequential sample collection indicated if initial testing for rabies is negative but clinical suspicion remains high?
Why is sequential sample collection indicated if initial testing for rabies is negative but clinical suspicion remains high?
What is the main reservoir of rabies virus in many low- and middle-income countries?
What is the main reservoir of rabies virus in many low- and middle-income countries?
Which viral lineage is classified into canine and New World bat?
Which viral lineage is classified into canine and New World bat?
What is the approximate range of rabies exposures in travelers per 100,000 travelers?
What is the approximate range of rabies exposures in travelers per 100,000 travelers?
What characteristic symptom is associated with the neurologic phase of rabies?
What characteristic symptom is associated with the neurologic phase of rabies?
In which phase of the disease does swallowing muscle spasm stimulated by water typically occur?
In which phase of the disease does swallowing muscle spasm stimulated by water typically occur?
Which body part is often affected first in paralytic rabies?
Which body part is often affected first in paralytic rabies?
Where have non–rabies lyssaviruses caused human deaths?
Where have non–rabies lyssaviruses caused human deaths?
How is the rabies virus classified based on genetic differentiations and on the reservoir species in which they circulate?
How is the rabies virus classified based on genetic differentiations and on the reservoir species in which they circulate?
What tissues can increase the risk for successful infection?
What tissues can increase the risk for successful infection?
In what phase does pain and paresthesia at the site of exposure often occur?
In what phase does pain and paresthesia at the site of exposure often occur?
Where has canine rabies been found to remain enzootic?
Where has canine rabies been found to remain enzootic?
Which mammals are believed to be susceptible to rabies virus infection?
Which mammals are believed to be susceptible to rabies virus infection?
