Bubonic Plague

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What was a key feature of the iconic European plague doctor's costume?

• A modern surgical mask and gloves

• A beak-like mask filled with herbs and compounds

• A simple white coat and stethoscope

• A full suit of armor to protect against physical contact

What was the "miasma" theory of disease transmission?

• Diseases were spread by tiny insects like fleas

• Diseases were caused by imbalances in the body's humors

• Diseases were spread by "bad air" emanating from decaying matter

• Diseases were transmitted through direct contact with infected individuals

What was the actual cause of the plague, as later discovered?

• A virus transmitted through respiratory droplets

• A fungus found in damp environments

• A bacterium (Yersinia pestis) transmitted by fleas

• A genetic predisposition passed down through families

Which of the following was a common pre-modern medical practice used to treat the plague?

• Administering antibiotics

• Performing complex surgical procedures

• Bloodletting, cupping, and cautery

• Prescribing antiviral medications