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What is the primary reason why Ethambutol cannot be given to children?
What is the primary reason why Ethambutol cannot be given to children?
- It may cause tinnitus and loss of hearing
- It causes optic neuritis and blurring of vision (correct)
- It may lead to hyperurecemia and gouty arthritis-like symptoms
- It has a high risk of causing peripheral neuritis
Which of the following tuberculosis drugs may cause red-orange urine when taken before meals?
Which of the following tuberculosis drugs may cause red-orange urine when taken before meals?
- Rifampicin (correct)
- Pyrizinamide/PZA
- Isoniazid/INH
- Streptomycin
What is a common late sign of leprosy as described in the text?
What is a common late sign of leprosy as described in the text?
- Loss of skin sensation
- Change in skin patch
- Sinking of the nose bridge
- Gynecomastia (correct)
What is the classification of a Tuberculin Skin Test Reaction when the induration is greater than or equal to 10 mm?
What is the classification of a Tuberculin Skin Test Reaction when the induration is greater than or equal to 10 mm?
Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of Rifampicin, an antibiotic used in tuberculosis treatment?
Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of Rifampicin, an antibiotic used in tuberculosis treatment?
How does Streptomycin mainly affect the patient after 2 weeks of use?
How does Streptomycin mainly affect the patient after 2 weeks of use?
What is the main reason Pyrizinamide/PZA is cautioned against due to its side effects?
What is the main reason Pyrizinamide/PZA is cautioned against due to its side effects?
How is leprosy primarily transmitted according to the text?
How is leprosy primarily transmitted according to the text?
What is the characteristic early sign of leprosy mentioned in the text?
What is the characteristic early sign of leprosy mentioned in the text?
Which tuberculosis drug is cautioned against due to its potential to cause loss of skin sensation?
Which tuberculosis drug is cautioned against due to its potential to cause loss of skin sensation?
What type of lesions are commonly associated with lepromatous leprosy?
What type of lesions are commonly associated with lepromatous leprosy?
'Clawing of fingers and toes' is a common sign in which stage of leprosy?
'Clawing of fingers and toes' is a common sign in which stage of leprosy?
What is a potential consequence of failing to comply with tuberculosis antibiotics treatment?
What is a potential consequence of failing to comply with tuberculosis antibiotics treatment?
