Take Quiz: Cholera Quiz

Question 1

The causative organism of cholera is:*

A. Vibrio cholerae

B. Salmonella typhi

C. Shigella dysenteriae

D. E. coli

Question 2

The main mode of cholera transmission is:*

A. Airborne droplets

B. Contaminated food and water

C. Sexual contact

D. Vector-borne

Question 3

The hallmark symptom of cholera is:*

A. Bloody diarrhea

B. Rice-water stools

C. Constipation

D. Dysuria

Question 4

Death in cholera is usually due to:*

A. Liver failure

B. Severe dehydration and shock

C. Brain edema

D. Kidney stones

Question 5

The mainstay of cholera treatment is:*

A. Antibiotics

B. Intravenous and oral rehydration

C. Surgery

D. Steroids

Question 6

Which antibiotic is often used in severe cholera cases?*

A. Ciprofloxacin

B. Tetracycline / Doxycycline

C. Penicillin

D. Rifampicin

Question 7

Which is a key preventive measure for cholera?*

A. Vaccination

B. Safe water and sanitation

C. Food hygiene

Question 8

The incubation period of cholera is:*

A. 2–3 weeks

B. 1–5 days

C. 2–4 hours

D. 10–14 days

Question 9

A patient with cholera shows sunken eyes, dry mouth, and rapid pulse. This indicates:*

A. Mild dehydration

B. Moderate dehydration

C. Severe dehydration

D. No dehydration

Question 10

ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) is effective because it:*

A. Reduces bacterial load

B. Promotes absorption of sodium and glucose in intestine

C. Acts as an antibiotic

D. Reduces fever