30 Questions
How long should a patient with smallpox be isolated to prevent transmission of the virus?
Until all scabs have fallen off
What is the primary method of preventing severe transmission of smallpox?
Vaccination
What should be done to a corpse of someone who died from smallpox?
Cremate the corpse
Why should pregnant women not receive smallpox vaccination?
Because it may affect the fetus
What is the time frame during which women should avoid pregnancy after smallpox vaccination?
4 weeks
What is the causative agent of anthrax?
Bacillus anthracis
What is the common effect of the toxin on humans?
Blurred vision
What is the purpose of antitoxin drugs in treating the toxin?
To prevent the disorder from worsening
How do fungal spores develop on infected plants?
They develop on the leaves of the plant, forming grayish lesions
What is the characteristic symptom of Bubonic plague?
Swollen glands around the groin, armpit, and neck
How is Pneumonic plague transmitted?
Through the air by coughs, sneezes, and face-to-face contact
What is the effect of the disease on food production?
It leads to low food production, potentially causing hunger
What is the recommended method to prevent the spread of the disease?
Developing fungus-resistant plant varieties
What is the treatment for Bubonic plague?
Antibiotics
What is the characteristic of the virus that affects cattle and other ruminant animals?
It is highly contagious and caused by a virus similar to measles
What is Tularemia also known as?
Rabbit fever
How is Botulism caused?
Through the growth of spores in fruits, vegetables, and seafood
What is the common factor among the three diseases mentioned?
They are all caused by bacteria
What is the primary means of transmission of the Ebola virus?
Direct contact with blood or other bodily secretions
What is the name of the bacterium that causes the Black Death?
Yersinia Pseudotuberculosis
What is the incubation period of the Ebola virus?
2-21 days
What is the name of the river from which the Ebola virus got its name?
Ebola River
What is the main form of treatment for Ebola virus disease?
Proper medical management
What is the mortality rate of the Ebola virus disease?
60-90%
What is the primary way to prevent the spread of NIPAH virus in cattle farms?
Using disinfectants like Sodium hypochlorite
What is the typical duration of NIPAH virus infection?
6 to 10 days
What is the natural host of the NIPAH virus?
Fruit bats
What is the classification of NIPAH virus?
Category C biological weapon
What are the factors that affect the effectiveness of Chemical Weapons of Mass Destruction?
Freshness, purity, weather conditions, wind direction, and other factors
What are the three types of Chemical Weapons of Mass Destruction?
Nerve agents, blister agents, and choking agents
This quiz covers the signs and symptoms of smallpox, including high fevers, body aches, and rash. It also discusses the treatment and precautions to prevent transmission of the virus.
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