Asked by Rachel Cessna on Jun 17, 2024
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Which bite causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever?
A) Flea
B) Tick
C) Mosquito
D) Mouse or rat
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
A bacterial disease spread by ticks, characterized by fever, headache, muscle pain, and a characteristic rash.
Tick
A small arachnid that feeds on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians, known for transmitting diseases such as Lyme disease.
- Identify the causative agents of childhood diseases and their mode of transmission.
- Discover effective techniques for the prevention and regulation of infectious diseases among children.
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Valerie NajeraJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by a tick. The tick must attach and feed for at least 1 to 2 hours to transmit the disease. The usual habitat of the tick is in heavily wooded areas. Fleas, mosquitoes, and mice or rats do not transmit Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the causative agents of childhood diseases and their mode of transmission.
- Discover effective techniques for the prevention and regulation of infectious diseases among children.
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