Meningococcal Disease & Vaccination Flashcards

1
Q

True or False: Bacterial meningitis symptoms begin with signs that do not appear worrisome (fatigue, headache, fever)

A

True

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2
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Bacterial meningitis progresses (quickly OR slowly)?

A

Quickly

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3
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True or False: Bacterial meningitis cannot be treated with antibiotics.

A

False. Bacterial meningitis is treatable with antibiotics. But, because the disease develops quickly, supportive and even Intensive Care are often required.

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4
Q

________ is a disease caused by the inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.

A

Meningitis

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5
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How is meningitis spread/transmitted?

A

Meningitis is generally transmitted through direct exchange of respiratory and throat secretions by close personal contact, such as sharing drinks or kissing.

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6
Q

True or false: The bacteria that causes meningitis is as contagious as the common cold or the flu.

A

False. It is less contagious.

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7
Q

In order for meningitis to spend, a person would need to have close contact with the patient for __________ in a seven day period.

A

Several hours

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8
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__________ is a bacterium that causes meningitis and other serious infections

A

Neisseria meningitidis

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9
Q

Neisseria meningitides has ______ different subtypes that are responsible for most meningococcal disease worldwide.

A

6

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10
Q

Meningococcal Meningitis Type ____ has caused recent outbreaks among University and College students in the United States.

A

B

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11
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All of the following are signs and symptoms of meningitis except:
A. Fever
B. Weakness
C. Headache
D. Stiff neck
E. Confusion
F. Drowsiness
G. Rash
A

B. Weakness

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12
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What are the 6 serogroups Neisseria meningitidis?

A

A, B, C, Y, W-135, and X

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13
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Which meningitis subgroup has recently caused outbreaks among university and college students in the US?

A

Meningitis B

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