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Viral Respiratory Infections Trivia Quiz

This quiz is about viral respiratory diseases.

A multiple-choice quiz by Morrigan716. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
Morrigan716

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
74,610

Updated
Aug 18 22

# Qns
15

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
8 / 15

Plays
2198

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1. Which of these is another name for the common cold? Hint

Acute coryza

Neither of these

Both of these

Acute rhinitis

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2. What is the incubation period for the common cold? Hint

12 days to 15 weeks

12 hours to 5 days

5 hours to 12 weeks

12 minutes to 5 hours

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3. The common cold is communicable before symptoms begin.

True

False

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4. In which season are colds the least common? Hint

Fall

Summer

Winter

Spring

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5. Which of these does NOT offer relief for the common cold? Hint

Steam inhalation

Antibiotics

Nasal decongestants

Aspirin

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6. Which of these is NOT a symptom of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)? Hint

Muscle pain

Gastrointestinal complaints

Difficulty breathing

High blood pressure

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7. Which of these is NOT a hantavirus? Hint

Bayou

New Jersey

Sin Nombre

Black Creek Canal

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8. What is the incubation period for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)? Hint

1 to 5 days

11 to 17 days

8 to 21 days

7 to 14 days

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9. How many U.S. cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome were reported in 1998? Hint

500

176

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10. What antiviral agent is given as treatment for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome? Hint

Ribavirin

Amantadine

Rimantadine

None of these

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11. Is 'stomach flu' caused by the same virus that causes influenza?

Yes

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12. Which influenza virus causes severe symptoms, and is associated with widespread epidemics? Hint

Influenza B

Influenza D

Influenza C

Influenza A

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13. What is the incubation period for influenza? Hint

4 to 6 days

3 to 4 days

1 to 4 days

3 to 5 days

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14. What animal can also carry influenza? Hint

Dogs

Pigs

Cows

Rats

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15. Should you give aspirin to children with influenza?

Yes

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of these is another name for the common cold?

Answer: Both of these

The common cold is an infection of the lining of the nose, sinuses, throat, and large airways. It produces discharge from the nostrils, sneezing, runny eyes, sore throat, chilliness, and malaise. It may be accompanied by laryngitis or bronchitis.

2. What is the incubation period for the common cold?

Answer: 12 hours to 5 days

It is between 12 hours and 5 days; usually about 48 hours.

3. The common cold is communicable before symptoms begin.

Answer: True

It is communicable from 24 hours before the onset of symptoms to 5 days after onset.

4. In which season are colds the least common?

Answer: Summer

Colds are the most common in fall, winter, and spring.

5. Which of these does NOT offer relief for the common cold?

Answer: Antibiotics

The person should stay warm and comfortable and drink plenty of fluids. Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses, but the other three options might offer some relief from the symptoms.

6. Which of these is NOT a symptom of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)?

Answer: High blood pressure

High blood pressure is not a symptom; however low blood pressure (hypotension) is.

7. Which of these is NOT a hantavirus?

Answer: New Jersey

The other is New York, not New Jersey. The Sin Nombre hantavirus was the cause of the 'mystery illness' in the Four Corners area of New Mexico and Arizona in 1993.

8. What is the incubation period for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS)?

Answer: 8 to 21 days

It is transmitted by the inhalation of infected, aerolsolized rodent feces, urine, and saliva.

9. How many U.S. cases of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome were reported in 1998?

Answer: 19

Nineteen cases were reported to the Center of Disease Control in 1998, but HPS is not notifiable in all states. Between 1993 and 1997, 176 cases were reported in 28 states. The fatality rate was 44.3 percent.

10. What antiviral agent is given as treatment for hantavirus pulmonary syndrome?

Answer: Ribavirin

Prevention also includes avoiding rodent-infested areas.

11. Is 'stomach flu' caused by the same virus that causes influenza?

Answer: No

Influenza or flu is a specific, acute, viral respiratory infection with fever, chills, headache, aches and pains, sore throat, cough, and nasal drainage. Influenza viruses rarely cause gastrointestinal symptoms.

12. Which influenza virus causes severe symptoms, and is associated with widespread epidemics?

Answer: Influenza A

Influenza B causes less severe symptoms and more localized outbreaks. Influenza C viruses do not cause epidemics or significant disease. There is no influenza D virus.

13. What is the incubation period for influenza?

Answer: 1 to 4 days

The flu is airborne and spread through direct contact. The incubation period is from 24 hours to four days, with two days being the average.

14. What animal can also carry influenza?

Answer: Pigs

Humans are the primary carriers, but pigs and ducks and other fowl also serve as reservoirs.

15. Should you give aspirin to children with influenza?

Answer: No

Giving aspirin to children with influenza can cause Reye's syndrome, involving the central nervous system and liver. The flu should be treated with bed rest and plenty of fluids.

Source: Author Morrigan716

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