Test your knowledge of Meningitis Quiz 2

1.How quickly can meningitis lead to death?
In under 4 hours
In under 4 days
In under 4 weeks
2. What age group is most at risk of meningitis?
Babies, small children and young people
Everyone
The elderly
3. Can meningitis be prevented by vaccines?
Yes, there are vaccines available to protect against all kinds of meningitis
Yes, there are vaccines available to protect against some strains but not all
No, there are no vaccines available
4. What action should you take if you have recently been in contact with someone who has suffered from meningitis?
Stay away from the patient
Seek medical advice to see if you need antibiotics
Go to hospital to ask for a lumbar puncture to check for meningitis
5. What is the tumbler test used for?
Identifying the skin colour
Identifying the rash associated with meningococcal septicaemia
To see if the person is sensitive to the cold glass
6. Are the symptoms easy to identify?
Yes, because they are always the same
No, because many of the symptoms are similar to cold and flu
No, because the disease develops slowly over several years
7. Do babies have the same symptoms as adults?
Yes, but they cannot communicate them
Yes, but they can also have other symptoms
No, their symptoms are completely different
8. If you suspect someone has meningitis what should you do?
Seek medical help immediately
Ask them if they can walk in a straight line
Advise them to go to bed

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