Neonatal Herpes Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of SEM Herpes in newborns?

• Involvement of internal organs

• Presence of skin, eye, and mouth lesions

• High mortality rate

• Affecting the central nervous system

Which part of the eye is affected by herpes in SEM Herpes?

• Retina

• Cornea

• Iris

• Sclera

What is the most commonly affected organ in Disseminated Herpes?

• Liver

• Heart

• Kidneys

• Lungs

What term describes the swelling of the liver in Disseminated Herpes?

• Nephromegaly

• Hepatomegaly

• Splenomegaly

• Cardiomegaly

Which type of Neonatal Herpes is associated with the highest mortality?

• All types have equal mortality

• SEM Herpes

• Disseminated Herpes

• CNS Herpes

What symptom is commonly seen in babies with CNS Herpes affecting the spine?

• Tremors

• Seizures

• Blindness

• Lethargy

What is a potential consequence of CNS Herpes affecting the brain?

• Cold sores

• Skin lesions

• Hepatomegaly

• Increased intracranial pressure

What is a bulging fontanelle an indication of in CNS Herpes?

• Eye infection

• Liver enlargement

• Increased intracranial pressure

• Dehydration

Which type of Neonatal Herpes is associated with the highest morbidity?

• All types have equal morbidity

• SEM Herpes

• Disseminated Herpes

• CNS Herpes

What long-term complications can result from CNS Herpes?

• Cold sores

• Hepatomegaly

• Cerebral palsy

• Blindness