ARC Zoonotic Disease Prevention & Control 2

Question 1

How is toxoplasmosis most commonly transmitted to humans?

Accepted Answer

Through contact with infected cat feces or undercooked meat

Answer

Through cat bites

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Through airborne droplets from cats

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Through contact with cat saliva

Question 2

What is ringworm actually caused by?

Accepted Answer

A fungal infection (dermatophyte)

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A parasitic worm

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A bacterial infection

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A viral infection

Question 3

Which zoonotic disease is associated with bites or scratches from cats and is characterized by swollen lymph nodes in humans?

Accepted Answer

Cat scratch disease (Bartonella henselae)

Answer

Pasteurellosis

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Toxoplasmosis

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Cryptosporidiosis

Question 4

What is the recommended immediate field treatment for a bite wound sustained during animal rescue?

Accepted Answer

Wash the wound with soap and water for at least 5 minutes, then seek medical attention

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Apply a tourniquet and wait for medical care

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Cover the wound with a dry bandage only

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Apply hydrogen peroxide and continue working

Question 5

Leptospirosis is primarily transmitted to rescue workers through:

Accepted Answer

Contact with infected animal urine or urine-contaminated water

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Airborne droplets from infected animals

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Bites from infected rodents only

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Ingesting infected animal tissue

Question 6

Which respiratory precaution should rescue workers take when handling animals with suspected Bordetella bronchiseptica (kennel cough)?

Accepted Answer

Wear an N95 respirator or surgical mask to limit droplet inhalation

Answer

No precautions are needed as it cannot infect humans

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Use full respiratory isolation equipment

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Only wear gloves, as it is not airborne

Question 7

Which of the following individuals is at HIGHEST risk for serious complications from zoonotic diseases?

Accepted Answer

Immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, and young children

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Healthy adults over 30

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Trained rescue professionals with five or more years of experience

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Individuals who have received all routine vaccinations