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- 4. *What is the primary protective measure to prevent the spread of meningococcal bacteria in crowded settings?*
- 5. *What is the commonly recommended course of action for close contacts of a child with meningococcal infection?*
- 8. *What diagnostic test is commonly used to confirm meningococcal infection in children?*
- 10. *What vaccination is recommended to prevent meningococcal infection in children?*
- 11. * What term is used for the sudden onset of symptoms in meningococcal infection in children?*
- 13. *What organ is monitored for signs of dysfunction in severe cases of meningococcal infection in children?*
- 14. *What is the term for the protective response triggered by the meningococcal vaccine in children?*
- 15. *What is the common term for inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord in children?*
- 18. *Which part of the body is commonly affected by meningococcal infection in children?*
- 19. * What is the term for the inflammation of the brain itself, which can be a complication of meningococcal infection?*
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- 1. *What is the term for the tiny blood vessels that can become damaged in meningococcal septicemia?*
- 2. *Which immunization schedule usually includes vaccines for preventing meningococcal infections in children?*
- 3. *What is the term for the severe form of meningococcal infection that can lead to septicemia?*
- 6. *What is the primary route of transmission for meningococcal bacteria in children?*
- 7. * Which type of white blood cells are often elevated in the cerebrospinal fluid of children with meningococcal meningitis?*
- 9. *What is the primary treatment for meningococcal infection in children, often involving antibiotics?*
- 10. *What are the classic symptoms of meningococcal infection in children, including a stiff neck and high fever?
- 12. *What is the term for the inflammation of the meninges caused by a viral infection in children?*
- 16. *What bacterium is a common cause of bacterial meningitis in children?*
- 17. *Which age group is particularly vulnerable to neuroinfection like meningococcal disease?*
