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Iph2210:Zooneses Question Paper

Iph2210:Zooneses

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer questions one and any other two questions
QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
a) Identify three types of influenza viruses. (3 Marks)
b) Define the following terminologies;
i. Enzootic
ii. Epizootic
iii. Panzootic (3 Marks)
c) Illegal bushmen trade increases the risk of zoonotic diseases. Explain. (3 Marks)
d) With examples, give ecologic classification of zooneses. (3 Marks)
e) Describe direct and indirect transmission modes of zoonotic infections. (4 Marks)
f) Identify two pathogens transmitted by consumption of unpasteurized milk. (2 Marks)
g) Identify three zoonotic agents used in bioterrorism. (3 Marks)
h) Effective remedy against zoonotic infections in human requires timely diagnosis. State
and describe techniques employed for diagnosis of zoonotic infections. (6 Marks)
i) Highlight on three roles of public Health Officers in preventing zoonotic diseases.
(3 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
Ebola virus is an important zoonotic infection. Discuss the pathogen, transmission and
prevention of the infection. (20 Marks)
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QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
Discuss sylvatic cycle, domestic cycle and human cycle of Rift Valley fever virus. (20 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
Anthrax is a bacterial zooonoses of great concern to the general public. Discuss the pathogen,
transmission and prevention of the disease. (20 Marks)

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