ARC Zoonotic Disease Prevention & Control 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) following a potential rabies exposure?

Accepted Answer

To prevent rabies from developing by stimulating immunity before the virus reaches the brain

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To treat active rabies infection after symptoms appear

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To reduce pain and swelling at the bite site

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To eliminate the need for wound cleaning

Question 2

How often should animal rescue workers receive a tetanus booster to maintain protection from wound infections?

Accepted Answer

Every 10 years

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Every year

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Every 5 years

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Only after a puncture wound

Question 3

Which statement about Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and animal rescue is CORRECT?

Accepted Answer

MRSA can be transmitted bidirectionally between animals and rescue workers

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MRSA cannot be transmitted between humans and animals

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Only dogs can carry MRSA; cats are not a risk

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MRSA is not considered a zoonotic organism

Question 4

A rescue volunteer handling feral cats develops a fever, headache, and swollen lymph nodes two weeks after a scratch. Which zoonotic disease should be suspected?

Accepted Answer

Cat scratch disease (Bartonella henselae)

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Leptospirosis

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Salmonellosis

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Ringworm

Question 5

Which of the following is the BEST practice for reducing Salmonella exposure risk when handling reptiles at a rescue facility?

Accepted Answer

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after every contact and avoid touching your face

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Allow reptiles to roam freely in common areas to reduce stress

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Wear only gloves and remove them after handling

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Disinfect reptile enclosures monthly

Question 6

What should rescue workers do with clothing worn during animal handling to reduce zoonotic disease risk?

Accepted Answer

Change clothes before leaving the facility and wash them separately in hot water

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Wear the same clothes all day to minimize laundry

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Air clothing outside for one hour before re-wearing

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Spot clean any visible contamination and continue wearing

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for zoonotic disease prevention in an animal rescue setting?

Accepted Answer

Eating or drinking in animal housing areas for convenience

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Maintaining up-to-date vaccinations including rabies pre-exposure vaccine

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Wearing appropriate PPE when handling sick or unknown animals

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Reporting animal bites or scratches to a supervisor immediately