Rabies

What is the approximate frequency of human deaths from rabies worldwide?

• Every 10 seconds

• Every 10 minutes

• Every 1 hour

• Every day

Who is at the highest risk of exposure to rabies?

• City residents

• Veterinarians, wildlife workers, and travellers

• Farmers only

• Children under 10

How is the rabies virus most commonly transmitted?

• Through water sources

• By biting an infected animal

• Aerosolized infection in caves
  
  

• By touching infected skin

What is the incubation period of rabies in dogs?

• 1–2 weeks

• 2–6 weeks

• 6 months

• 12 months

What characterizes the prodromal phase of rabies in dogs?

• Aggression and biting

• Nervousness, anxiety, and licking the bite site

• Salivation and paralysis

• Loss of coordination

How long does the furious stage typically last in dogs?

• 1–7 days

• 2–3 days

• 2 weeks

• 10 days

What happens during the paralytic phase of rabies?

• Increased salivation and paralysis of throat muscles

• Aggression and irritability

• Rapid movements and seizures
  
  

• Full recovery

What is the definitive diagnostic test for rabies in animals?

• Blood tests

• Brain tissue examination

• Saliva sampling

• X-rays

What happens when rabies develops in humans?

• Recovery within weeks

• Immediate paralysis

• Death in almost all cases

• Resistance to other diseases

How can rabies be prevented?

• Avoiding contact with animals

• Annual testing

• Vaccinating domestic animals

• Isolating wild animals