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Which of the following vectors is associated with the transmission of Lyme disease?

  • Ticks (correct)
  • Mosquitoes
  • Fleas
  • Lice

What is the primary method of diagnosis for vector-borne diseases?

  • Cultures
  • Serologic testing (correct)
  • Physical examination
  • Imaging studies

Which of the following vector-borne diseases has been linked to pregnancy complications?

  • West Nile Virus
  • Zika Virus (correct)
  • Chikungunya Disease
  • Dengue Fever

What is a characteristic of viral vector-borne diseases?

<p>They can be seasonal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of epidemiology and outbreak control for vector-borne diseases?

<p>Surveillance and early detection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following diseases is transmitted by mosquitoes?

<p>Chikungunya Disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission for Zika virus?

<p>Through the bite of infected mosquitoes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnostic method is preferred for West Nile virus?

<p>Reverse-transcription (RT) PCR (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the first 2 weeks after symptom onset for Zika virus diagnosis?

<p>Serum or urine samples can be used for diagnosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of donor screening for West Nile virus in North America?

<p>To prevent transmission through blood transfusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the natural reservoir for West Nile virus?

<p>Birds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the forest where Zika virus was first discovered?

<p>Zika Forest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred diagnostic method during the later stage of Lyme disease?

<p>Polymerase chain reaction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary vector for Ehrlichia chaffeensis?

<p>Lone star tick (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age group that is most affected by human ehrlichiosis?

<p>Incidence rate increases with age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for human ehrlichiosis?

<p>Doxycycline (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reservoir for Ehrlichia chaffeensis?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which season does human ehrlichiosis occur more frequently?

<p>Spring and summer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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