Tuberculosis Awareness and Knowledge Assessment

The video discusses tuberculosis (TB), an ancient and highly infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It explains how TB affects the body, particularly the lungs, and highlights the symptoms and potential complications. The video also covers how TB spreads, differentiating between latent TB infection and active TB disease. Prevention strategies, such as avoiding contact with infected individuals and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, are emphasized. The video concludes with global statistics on TB and the goal to end the epidemic by 2030.

What is the historical significance of tuberculosis?

• It is a newly discovered disease.

• It only became significant in the 20th century.

• It has been a major infectious disease since ancient times.

• It was eradicated in ancient times.

What type of bacteria causes tuberculosis?

• Mycobacterium tuberculosis

• Escherichia coli

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Streptococcus pneumoniae

Which group of people is more susceptible to TB infection?

• Children under five years old

• People with strong immune systems

• Individuals with underlying medical conditions

• Elderly people only

What are some common symptoms of active TB disease?

• Severe chest pain and coughing up blood

• Mild headache and sore throat

• Rash and itching

• Nausea and vomiting

How is TB primarily spread from one person to another?

• Through the air via droplets

• By touching infected surfaces

• By sharing personal items

• Through contaminated food

What is the difference between latent TB infection and active TB disease?

• Latent TB has no symptoms and cannot spread, active TB shows symptoms and can spread.

• There is no difference between the two.

• Latent TB can be spread to others, active TB cannot.

• Latent TB shows symptoms, active TB does not.

Which of the following is a preventive measure against TB?

• Avoiding contact with anyone who has a cold

• Taking antibiotics regularly

• Getting vaccinated for the flu

• Maintaining a healthy diet and hygiene

What percentage of the world's population is estimated to be infected with TB bacteria?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

What is one of the global health targets related to TB?

• To maintain current TB levels

• To make TB a thing of the past by 2030

• To focus on other diseases instead

• To increase TB cases by 2030

How many TB cases were detected and notified in 2018?

• 3 million

• 5 million

• 7 million

• 10 million