WorksheetsVol 2, Issue 1 January 2026 Quiz
Total questions: 1
Worksheet time: 30secs
In December, a 60-year-old man sustained a bite from a stray cat (category III exposure). He promptly received rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) with vero cell vaccine (PVCV)on days 0, 3, and 14, as per schedule. International health authorities warned that counterfeit or subpotent PVC vaccines may have circulated in parts of India since November 2023, prompting advice for re-vaccination. Although the manufacturer denied this, uncertainty remained at the point of care. The cat was untraceable, and RFFIT testing was not readily available locally.
What is the most appropriate next step in management?
A. Consider rabies PEP complete since 3 doses were given
B. Administer rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) immediately
C. Observe only, given partial vaccination
D. Attempt to trace and observe the cat, and arrange rabies antibody testing (RFFIT)
E. Give a single booster dose of rabies vaccine
