Rabies Awareness Quiz

Which of the following is a symptom of rabies?

• Hydrophobia

• Lycanthropy

• Tetanus

• Encephalitis

Which of the following is NOT listed as a common carrier of rabies in the video?

• Dogs

• Cats

• Birds

• Bats

How does the rabies virus travel through the body?

• It immediately attacks the brain upon entry.

• It travels quickly through the bloodstream.

• It slowly moves through the nerves to the brain.

• It stays dormant in the wound for months.

According to the video, what is a key symptom of rabies that often appears late in the progression of the disease?

• Fever

• Confusion

• Fear of water

• A simple headache

What is the first step you should take immediately after a potential rabies exposure?

• Panic and run to the hospital.

• Wash the wound with soap and water.

• Apply a bandage to the wound.

• Catch the animal that bit you.

What is the recommended duration for washing the wound with soap and water after a bite?

• 5 minutes

• 10 minutes

• At least 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

What is the purpose of applying an antiseptic like iodine or alcohol to the wound?

• To numb the pain.

• To kill the virus at the entry site.

• To stop the bleeding.

• To speed up the healing process.

What is the name of the treatment given to a person after a potential rabies exposure?

• Pre-exposure prophylaxis

• Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)

• Rabies immunization therapy

• Antibiotic treatment

According to the video, what happens if you wait until rabies symptoms like hydrophobia start before seeking treatment?

• The chances of survival are very high.

• The treatment will be a longer process but still effective.

• The near certainty of death.

• You will only need one vaccine shot to be cured.