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German Measles Trivia Quiz

How much do you know about German measles or rubella?

A multiple-choice quiz by Morrigan716. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Morrigan716

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
67,102

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
5

Difficulty
Difficult

Avg Score
3 / 5

Plays
751

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Question 1 of 5

1. What type of virus causes German measles? Hint

Togavirus

Herpes virus

Papillomavirus

Paramyxovirus

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Question 2 of 5

2. What is the incubation period? Hint

11 to 15 days

4 to 11 days

1 to 2 days

14 to 21 days

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Question 3 of 5

3. How soon after the onset of symptoms does the rash usually begin? Hint

3 to 4 days

7 to 8 days

5 to 6 days

1 to 2 days

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Question 4 of 5

4. How many U.S. cases of German measles were reported in 1998? Hint

581

345

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Question 5 of 5

5. At what age should the initial dose of the vaccine be given? Hint

At age 5

Between 1 and 2 months

Between 12 and 15 months

At birth

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What type of virus causes German measles?

Answer: Togavirus

German measles is caused by the Rubella virus, which is a togavirus.

2. What is the incubation period?

Answer: 14 to 21 days

It is contagious from shortly before the onset of symptoms until the rash disappears.

3. How soon after the onset of symptoms does the rash usually begin?

Answer: 1 to 2 days

The fine, pinkish, flat rash starts on the face and neck and spreads to the trunk, arms, and legs.

4. How many U.S. cases of German measles were reported in 1998?

Answer: 345

The Center for Disease Control reported 345 cases in the U.S. German measles is a mild disease that seldom requires treatment.

5. At what age should the initial dose of the vaccine be given?

Answer: Between 12 and 15 months

Vaccine is also recommended for all susceptible premarital and postpartum women. During the first semester of pregnancy, German measles may cause congenital rubella syndrome in the fetus.

Source: Author Morrigan716

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