C-6 Influenza Quiz

In which seasons does the flu season generally occur in Quebec?

• Winter and Spring

• Summer and Fall

• Fall and Winter

• Spring and Summer

Which age group is most affected by influenza B according to the document?

• Adults over 50

• Teenagers

• Children under 20

• Adults in their 30s

What are the classic symptoms of the flu as listed in the document?

• Rash and itching

• Fever and cough

• Nausea and vomiting

• Headache and dizziness

What percentage of children are estimated to be hospitalized due to influenza?

• 5%

• 10%

• 1%

• 20%

What is the average incubation period for the flu?

• 1 day

• 2 days

• 3 days

• 4 days

Which group is at the highest risk of flu complications?

• Teenagers

• Adults over 50

• Children under 2 years

• Healthy young adults

How long can the flu virus survive on objects?

• 5 minutes

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

• 1 week

How is the flu primarily transmitted?

• Through water

• Through food

• By contact with respiratory secretions

• By insect bites

When does the contagious period of the flu begin?

• 24 hours before symptoms start

• 48 hours before symptoms start

• Immediately after symptoms start

• 72 hours before symptoms start

What is a common method for diagnosing the flu when activity is high?

• Clinical examination

• Blood test

• X-ray

• MRI scan