Infectious Mononucleosis

Question 1

How is Infectious Mononucleosis often transmitted?

A) Sharing utensils
B) Coughing and sneezing
C) Handshakes
D) Exchange of mouth fluid or saliva

Answer 1

D) Exchange of mouth fluid or saliva

Question 2

What is the causative agent of Infectious Mononucleosis?

A) Bacteria
B) Fungus
C) DNA virus, Epstein Barr
D) Protozoa

Answer 2

C) DNA virus, Epstein Barr

Question 3

Where does the Epstein Barr virus (EBV) reside in individuals without causing disease?

A) Liver
B) Lungs
C) Nasopharyngeal tissues
D) Skin

Answer 3

C) Nasopharyngeal tissues

Question 4

How is EBV commonly transferred during intense kissing?

A) Through skin contact
B) Through the eyes
C) Through sharing drinks
D) Mixing with saliva

Answer 4

D) Mixing with saliva

Question 5

What is the characteristic feature of Downey Cells in a peripheral smear?

A) Giant cell with multiple nuclei
B) Enlarged lymphocytes with atypical nucleus
C) Dark pigmentation in the nucleus
D) Abnormal number of red blood cells

Answer 5

B) Enlarged lymphocytes with atypical nucleus

Question 6

What happens to lymphocytes affected by EBV when they come in contact with RBC?

A) They become dormant
B) They divide rapidly
C) They undergo cytoplasmic indentation
D) They become smaller in size

Answer 6

C) They undergo cytoplasmic indentation

Question 7

During which age group is EBV infection most common?

A) Infancy
B) Childhood (ages 5-10)
C) Adolescence and early adulthood (ages 15 to 25)
D) Elderly (ages 65 and above)

Answer 7

C) Adolescence and early adulthood (ages 15 to 25)

Question 8

Which other medical condition may present symptoms similar to Infectious Mononucleosis in its early stage?

A) Common cold
B) Influenza
C) Early stage of HIV
D) Strep throat

Answer 8

C) Early stage of HIV

Question 9

Which of the following terms is commonly used to refer to Infectious Mononucleosis?

A) Hug Disease
B) Handshake Syndrome
C) French Kissing Disease
D) Whispering Sickness

Answer 9

C) French Kissing Disease