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How does the Rabies virus enter the nervous system?
How does the Rabies virus enter the nervous system?
- By directly infecting the brain
- Through the bloodstream
- By entering muscular cells (correct)
- Via the lymphatic system
Which part of the brain does the Rabies virus primarily replicate in?
Which part of the brain does the Rabies virus primarily replicate in?
- Cerebellum
- Grey matter and brain stem (correct)
- Temporal lobe
- Frontal lobe
How is Rabies diagnosed in a patient?
How is Rabies diagnosed in a patient?
- Blood test for antibodies
- Direct fluorescent antibody test on brain tissue (correct)
- Skin biopsy to visualize the virus
- Saliva test for viral RNA
What is the incubation period for Rabies in humans?
What is the incubation period for Rabies in humans?
Which of the following hosts can be infected by the Rabies virus?
Which of the following hosts can be infected by the Rabies virus?
What is the treatment for Rabies once symptoms appear?
What is the treatment for Rabies once symptoms appear?
Which of the following is recommended for immediate wound care in case of a suspected Rabies exposure?
Which of the following is recommended for immediate wound care in case of a suspected Rabies exposure?
What is the recommended site for the administration of anti-rabies immunoglobulin?
What is the recommended site for the administration of anti-rabies immunoglobulin?
How many doses are included in the active immunisation against Rabies?
How many doses are included in the active immunisation against Rabies?
What is a crucial aspect of Rabies prevention as mentioned in the text?
What is a crucial aspect of Rabies prevention as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following arboviruses can cause encephalitis according to the text?
Which of the following arboviruses can cause encephalitis according to the text?
What type of viruses are arboviruses and how are they primarily transmitted?
What type of viruses are arboviruses and how are they primarily transmitted?
What is the main route of rabies transmission to humans?
What is the main route of rabies transmission to humans?
What is the typical incubation period of rabies in humans?
What is the typical incubation period of rabies in humans?
Which clinical pattern of rabies is characterized by symmetrical ascending paralysis?
Which clinical pattern of rabies is characterized by symmetrical ascending paralysis?
How is rabies diagnosis typically confirmed post-mortem?
How is rabies diagnosis typically confirmed post-mortem?
What is the prognosis once symptoms of rabies occur in an infected individual?
What is the prognosis once symptoms of rabies occur in an infected individual?
What is the recommended treatment for rabies post-exposure in humans?
What is the recommended treatment for rabies post-exposure in humans?
