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19 Cards in this Set
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What is the scientific classification of rabies?
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Rhabdoviridae
Lyssavirus Rabies Virus (RABV) |
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How is rabies transmitted?
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introduction of viral particles into bite wounds or open cuts in the skin, or directly onto mucous membranes
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How can a human be treated after exposure to a possibly rabid animal?
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administration of anti-rabies immunoglobulin and vaccine
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In which domestic species is rabies most frequently reported?
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cats
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Which wild animals are most commonly cited as rabies reserviors?
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bats, raccoons, skunks, coyotes, foxes
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How is rabies diagnosed?
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immunohistochemistry to detect viral particles in the brain
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T/F: rabies titers directly correlate with protection from the disease
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False: titers do not correlate with protection because of other immunologic factors--evidence of circulating antibodies does not substitute for current vaccinations
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How many days are required post-vaccination for an animal to be considered immunized?
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28 days--this is the time required to reach peak plasma titer of antibodies
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When should an animal be boostered against rabies?
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should vaccinate animals 1 year after their previous vaccination
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Wild-caught animals should be quarantined for how long?
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six months
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What is the plan of action for an unvaccinated animal exposed to a suspect rabid animal?
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euthanasia
or strict quarantine for 6 months with vaccination at least 1 month prior to release |
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What is the plan of action for an animal overdue for a booster that was exposed to a suspect rabid animal?
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case-by-case evaluation
consider: severity of exposure, time since exposure, number of previous vaccinations, current health, local epidemiology |
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What is the plan of action for a vaccinated animal that was exposed to a suspect rabid animal?
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revaccinate and place under owner supervision for 45 days
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Can a food animal exposed to a suspect rabid animal still be used for consumption?
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yes, if immediately slaughtered and the meat cooked throughly
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T/F: Pasteurization will not inactivate the rabies virus
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False--these temperatures will inactivate the virus
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What is the plan of action for a dog/cat/ferret that bites a human?
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isolate for 10 days
Do NOT vaccinate--side effects can be confused for the actual disease |
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What is the plan of action for a non-domestic species that bites a human?
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euthanasia
or case-by-case basis (current health, local epi, potential for exposure) |
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What are the minimum standards for persons handling wild mammals?
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vaccination
appropriate training continuing education |
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T/F: population control is an effective method for decreasing rabies reservoirs
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False: this is an ineffective method; trap-vaccinate-release programs may be more effective
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