UF CPP Infectious Diseases Practice Test

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• If penicillin allergy is present, which IV regimen is commonly used for pneumonia in the ICU?
• What is the mainstay treatment for cholera?
• For some individuals, particularly children, contagiousness may last how long after symptom onset?
• Which statement best describes the typical presentation of PID?
• NOT a recommended VAP prevention measure?
• What percentage of measles patients experience complications?
• CAUTI complications generally increase hospital length of stay by how many days?
• What is recommended for patients with severe Campylobacter infection?
• Legionella pneumonia and penicillin sensitivity
• Death worldwide annually due to meningitis?
• Which infection is characterized by bloody diarrhea with abdominal tenderness and absence of fever?
• Which statement best describes the management goal in cholera?
• Which TB test is preferred for higher specificity in screening?
• Which statement accurately describes petechiae and purpura?
• Which of the following best describes the symptoms of Rotavirus infection?
• Early-onset vs late-onset classification for HAP. Which statement is correct?
• Chronic diarrhea lasts longer than how many days?
• Which of the following is a true statement about Hepatitis A symptoms?
• Which statement correctly describes the toxins produced by Clostridium difficile?
• Which option best describes the most relevant consideration in skin and soft tissue infections?
• In mild disease, what is the recommended management for Salmonella gastroenteritis?
• A person infected with measles is contagious during which time window?
• Which statement best describes the diagnostic approach for meningitis?
• Typical duration of treatment for Aspergillus pneumonia?
• Which of the following is a systemic symptom of CAUTI?
• What happens in the 2nd phase of Miliary TB?
• C. difficile infection is defined by how many loose stools within 24 hours?
• If you have a vented TB patient, what filter needs to be used?
• What is the size range of Treponema pallidum?
• Pre-symptomatic transmission of influenza can occur during which time window before symptom onset?
• Which two fungal pneumonias are commonly seen in healthy individuals?
• What is the role of dental procedures in infective endocarditis?
• What percentage of hospitalized patients receive an indwelling Foley catheter?
• Why can't the standard flu shot infect a person with influenza?
• Is Histoplasmosis pneumonia contagious?
• Splinter hemorrhages are best described as
• Which TB drug is a core bactericidal agent used in standard therapy?
• Where are Janeway lesions typically located?
• Which statement is true about severe malaria treatment?
• What is the approximate mortality rate for amebic meningitis?
• What is the recommended action for cellulitis treatment?
• Which organism is commonly associated with acute infective endocarditis?
• HIV is best described as which of the following?
• Infective endocarditis, which finding is most directly linked to embolic phenomena?
• Is histoplasmosis contagious between people?
• Which of the following statements about Treponema pallidum division is true?
• Which group is at highest risk of hospitalization from influenza?
• How can Treponema pallidum be visualized?
• Which statement best describes mild histoplasmosis?
• What virus is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis in adults?
• What are the symptoms of secondary syphilis?
• Which vaccine is listed as preventing bacterial pneumonia?
• What are Osler's nodes?
• How is Histoplasmosis pneumonia acquired?
• Which description best reflects the bacterial causes of aspiration pneumonia?
• Which organisms are most commonly seen in meningitis for children aged 2 months to 10 years?
• Which statement best describes common sources of brain abscess?
• Which option best matches the standard definition of diarrhea?
• What CT imaging finding is particularly useful for early detection of Aspergillus pneumonia and may be missed on chest X-ray?
• What is the incubation period for bacterial gastroenteritis caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
• Which hand hygiene is recommended to prevent the spread of C. difficile?
• What is the leading cause of lost productivity after the common cold?
• Which of the following is recommended treatment for influenza in high-risk individuals?
• What is the typical mortality range for Legionella pneumonia in the community, and how can it change in healthcare-associated cases?
• Definition of diarrhea?
• What are common clinical manifestations of PID?
• Phase 2 symptoms: which of the following is typical of Phase 2?
• What is the recommended antibiotic regimen for MRSA infective endocarditis?
• Pneumonia is best defined as
• Which statement about Treponema pallidum culture is true?
• Which gastrointestinal symptom is commonly associated with Legionella pneumonia?
• What is the characteristic stool appearance in cholera?
• Which event is most likely to introduce transient bacteremia contributing to endocarditis?
• What isolation and precautions should be used when a patient is suspected of having TB?
• What imaging modality is considered the gold standard for diagnosing a brain abscess?
• What is the approximate risk of HIV transmission after a percutaneous needle-stick exposure?
• Which description best characterizes Argyll Robertson pupil?
• Which combination best describes signs of a brain abscess?
• What happens in the 1st phase of Miliary (Disseminated) TB?
• How is Coccidioidomycosis pneumonia caused?
• Which statement about PID management is true?
• Which of the following statements regarding the causes of hepatitis is correct?
• Which condition accounts for about 179 million outpatient visits annually in the United States?
• Which situation increases TB transmission risk?
• What systemic and skin signs are associated with Coccidioidomycosis?
• What catheter-tip culture threshold is used to confirm CLABSI?
• Altered mental status increases risk of aspiration pneumonia. Which is a contributing factor?
• Why is walking pneumonia considered atypical and less severe?
• Which pathogens are common etiologies of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?
• Which finding is classically described as small, linear red or brown streaks under the nails?
• What is the treatment for a severe C. difficile infection?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of pelvic inflammatory disease?
• What is the importance of infection control in C. difficile cases?
• Legionella pneumonia is typically acquired by
• Which of the following is a risk factor for Staph aureus pneumonia?
• What are the two main toxins produced by Clostridium Difficile?
• How do CLABSI infections most often occur?
• Which description correctly matches Janeway lesions?
• What are the most common types of meningitis?
• What is the incubation period for Norovirus?
• Which condition is a predisposition for CLABSI?
• Which set of features is commonly used in clinical diagnosis of influenza during flu season?
• What is the most common cause of infectious gastroenteritis?
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome often follows which preceding event?
• What is the second most common type of pneumonia?
• Which of the following is NOT a listed symptom of hepatitis?
• Cavities in the lungs due to TB are most commonly seen in which form?
• Which toxin is associated with necrotizing pneumonia in Staph aureus?
• Dysphagia & GI disorders predispose to aspiration pneumonia. Which condition is listed under this category?
• What is the treatment for mild-to-moderate Histoplasmosis pneumonia?
• Which statement best describes Latent TB Infection?
• Which group is recommended to receive the pneumococcal vaccine (as listed in the source material)?
• Which individuals are considered high risk for severe influenza and may be prioritized for antiviral treatment?
• In elderly patients with meningitis, fever is often?
• What is the treatment approach for viral gastroenteritis?
• What is the most common cause of community-acquired pneumonia?
• Which term describes a diarrheal disease of rapid onset lasting less than two weeks?
• Why does influenza infection increase the risk of secondary Staph aureus pneumonia?
• Which of the following are risk factors for meningitis?
• What is the significance of the endocervical canal in PID?
• What is the leading cause of acute diarrhea in resource-rich settings?
• Which two fungal pneumonias are common in patients with structural lung damage?
• What complication can arise from Enterohemorrhagic E. coli infection?
• Which tests are used for diagnosing syphilis?
• Which of the following is a common initial symptom of a brain abscess?
• Mechanical/Structural issues predispose to aspiration pneumonia. Which is included?
• What is the incubation period for Hepatitis A?
• Which statement is true about fever in elderly patients with meningitis?
• What action helps reduce environmental contamination of C. difficile in healthcare settings?
• What is the measles virus also known as?
• Staphylococcus aureus pneumonia is typically described as
• Which radiographic pattern is more typical of bacterial pneumonia?
• What is the duration of acute diarrhea?
• Which laboratory pattern supports bacterial pneumonia?
• In infection control, vaccines are described as an essential layer of protection alongside what?
• Which organism is associated with reactive arthritis and Guillain-Barré syndrome?
• Measles is highly contagious; what is the approximate secondary attack rate after exposure?
• Which complications are associated with tertiary syphilis?
• Kaposi sarcoma is associated with which virus?
• Janeway lesions are best described as
• What is the nickname for secondary syphilis?
• Brain abscess definition?
• What is the strongest risk factor for tuberculosis infection?
• How is Mycobacterium tuberculosis primarily transmitted?
• What is the typical duration of therapy for symptomatic CAUTI?
• In emergency settings, which imaging modality is commonly used to evaluate suspected brain abscess?
• Histoplasmosis pneumonia is caused by inhaling spores of Histoplasma capsulatum spores from soil contaminated with bird or bat droppings. Is this infection contagious between people?
• Long-term complications occur in what percentage of meningitis survivors?
• Which statement describes chronic/severe Histoplasmosis in immunocompromised individuals?
• What is the typical radius of respiratory droplet spread for influenza transmission?
• What is the typical stool finding in viral gastroenteritis?
• In approximately what percentage of pulmonary tuberculosis cases do cavitations occur?
• What imaging or lab findings are associated with Coccidioidomycosis pneumonia?
• How do CAUTI infections typically occur?
• Which test checks for an immune reaction to TB exposure by injecting antigen under the skin?
• What is the initial factor that allows rapid bacterial multiplication in meningitis?
• Which of the following best describes the respiratory symptoms of Histoplasmosis pneumonia?
• What is the first phase of primary TB infection?
• Phase 2: Infectious pneumonia develops over several days. Which statement describes Phase 2?
• For adults over 65 years, which pathogens are commonly involved in meningitis?
• What is the primary risk factor for CAUTI?
• Which of the following is a local sign of CLABSI at the catheter exit site?
• Can receiving the flu vaccine cause you to contract influenza?
• Which period is characterized by high contagiousness, especially during the first three days of illness?
• Which influenza type is less common and not typically included in the seasonal vaccine?
• What is hepatitis?
• Which systemic symptom is commonly seen with Legionella pneumonia?
• What percentage of meningitis cases present with the full classic triad (fever, neck stiffness, mental status changes)?
• What are the two biggest causes of HAP?
• Which option is NOT part of the severe malaria regimen listed?
• What is the most feared complication of infective endocarditis?
• Aspiration pneumonia is best described as
• In the primary stage of syphilis, when does the chancre typically develop after exposure?
• Which of the following is NOT a listed treatment option for chloroquine-resistant falciparum malaria?
• How many outpatient visits does acute gastroenteritis cause annually in the United States?
• What is the clinical presentation of C. difficile infection?
• What makes pneumonia atypical?
• Which pathogen is known for forming biofilms on catheters in CAUTI?
• Which of the following best represents the common symptoms of measles?
• Which influenza type is primarily found in cattle and does not infect humans?
• What is the approximate lifetime risk of TB reactivation after initial infection?
• How does a chest X-ray typically look in Mycoplasma pneumoniae compared to typical pneumonia?
• If risk factors such as Pseudomonas or MRSA are present, which regimen is appropriate?
• Influenza A, particularly which subtype, is known to mutate more frequently?
• How is Vibrio Cholerae primarily transmitted?
• Late Generalization Miliary TB presentation is typically:
• Regarding the time course of infective endocarditis after bacteremia, which statement is most accurate?
• Which influenza type primarily infects humans and is not typically found in animals?
• If a urinary catheter has been in place for more than two weeks and is still needed, what is the recommended action?
• The Ghon complex is associated with which TB phase?
• For brain abscesses smaller than 2 cm or deep-seated, which management approach may be effective?
• Which statement about NBTE is true?
• Which symptom is not typical of infective endocarditis?
• Which statement about embolic phenomena in infective endocarditis is true?
• During illness, when is a person most contagious?
• What is the treatment for a mild C. difficile infection?
• Which of the following is a non-respiratory complication of influenza?
• What is a primary treatment option for Legionella pneumonia?
• Which describes the second phase of primary TB infection?
• In CLABSI diagnosis, what does Differential Time to Positivity (DTTP) indicate?
• Aspiration type pneumonia is best defined as
• Second most common cause of diarrhea?
• Surgery is generally required for brain abscesses larger than a certain size threshold. Which size triggers surgical intervention?
• Which antibiotic is listed as a treatment for mild C. difficile infection?
• Which organisms are the common causes of meningitis in adults aged 18-65 years?
• Viral meningitis is commonly spread via which route?
• The measles rash begins on the face and spreads cephalocaudally. Which option correctly states this description?
• What is the treatment for recurrent episodes of C. difficile?
• Which TB test detects genetic material of TB bacteria rapidly?
• Which influenza type can spread in both humans and animals and includes subtypes like H1N1 and H3N2 circulating in humans?
• CSF analysis in meningitis typically includes which of the following?
• What diagnostic test is essential to differentiate bacterial from viral meningitis?
• Cavitation in pulmonary TB is associated with which consequences?
• Which of the following is AIDS-defining?
• Stage 3 HIV infection, AIDS, is characterized by which of the following?
• MDROs frequently identified in ICU CLABSI include which combination?
• What are common symptoms of Hepatitis A?
• What is the most common complication of measles?
• Which statement about cholera treatment is true?
• Which of the following is one of the three clinical forms of TB?
• Which factor is associated with higher mortality risk in CAUTI?
• Incubation period for Campylobacter Jejuni enteritis?
• Which bacteria predominate in the colon?
• Which statement about the use of Gentamicin in MRSA endocarditis is correct?
• Perinatal HIV transmission can occur during which periods?
• What diagnostic test is used for C. difficile infection?
• What is the primary natural reservoir for Influenza A viruses?
• Which of the following is a common and serious sign of Aspergillus pneumonia?
• Not a primary reservoir for Campylobacter Jejuni?
• Which of the following statements about Janeway lesions is true?
• What is the division time for Treponema pallidum?
• Phase 1 of aspiration pneumonia is chemical pneumonitis due to low-pH gastric acid. Which statement describes Phase 1?
• Which antibiotic class is often preferred for Legionella due to high intracellular concentrations in lung tissue?
• Why is amebic meningitis deadly?
• Why are cultures grabbed before antibiotics?
• What is the role of a pregnancy test in diagnosing PID?
• Which statement best differentiates meningitis from encephalitis?
• What are common symptoms of cholera?
• What is the typical colony count of flora in the stomach?
• Which organisms are the typical etiologies for adolescents and young adults (11-23 years) with meningitis?
• In primary TB, which radiographic finding is commonly seen?
• What is the most common cause of meningitis in HIV/AIDS patients?
• Describe the rash associated with measles.
• Which statement is true about Campylobacter infection?
• Invasive diarrhea, or dysentery, is characterized by?
• What is the most common source of CAUTI infections?
• Which organism is among the most common CLABSI culprits?
• Which antibiotic regimen is used in ICU treatment for aspiration pneumonia?
• Why is AIDS not considered the direct cause of death?
• Approximately how many CAUTI-related deaths occur annually in the United States?
• Legionella bacteria are commonly found in which environments?
• In latent TB infection, what combination of test and imaging is typical?
• What is the recommended treatment for PID?
• Which statement accurately describes Treponema pallidum in culture and visualization?
• What is a major risk factor for developing C. difficile infection?
• What is the typical presentation of a C. difficile infection?
• Which antibiotic combination is commonly started for broad-spectrum coverage in brain abscess treatment?
• Secondary TB is best described as:
• Which pathogens are associated with meningitis in neonates (0-2 months) among the most common etiologies?
• Common complications of Campylobacter Jejuni infection?
• What is the typical incubation period after exposure to influenza?
• What percentage of normal enteric flora are anaerobes?
• What are the three stages of syphilis?
• Which of the following groups is explicitly stated as needing an annual influenza vaccine?
• Which test provides highly sensitive and specific detection of influenza virus genetic material within minutes?
• CAP stands for
• Which of the following describes Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli infection?
• Lumbar puncture is generally contraindicated in suspected brain abscess due to risk of brain herniation caused by high intracranial pressure. Which statement is true?
• Can you get miliary TB without getting Primary TB?
• Which influenza type is typically associated with more severe illness, higher fevers, and widespread outbreaks?
• Meningitis is an inflammation of what structure?
• What is the typical duration of treatment for histoplasmosis pneumonia?
• Which is one phase of primary TB?
• What are common clinical manifestations of infective endocarditis?
• Phase 1 symptoms: which of the following best describes Phase 1?
• Which antibiotic is a first-line oral option for CAUTI?
• What are common symptoms of hepatitis?
• What is the definition of Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (HAP) in terms of time after hospital admission?
• What is the 3rd phase of primary TB infection?
• In treponemal testing for syphilis, which option is a treponemal test?
• What is the treatment for severe, chronic, or disseminated Histoplasmosis pneumonia?
• Which statement correctly identifies a non-treponemal test for syphilis?
• For native valve infective endocarditis caused by susceptible streptococci, which is listed as a treatment option?
• The radiographic hallmark of miliary TB is:
• A common complication of Staph aureus pneumonia is
• Which sexual practice carries the highest risk of HIV transmission when the partner has a detectable viral load?
• What respiratory signs are typical of Coccidioidomycosis pneumonia?
• Bloody stools occur in about what percentage on which days in Campylobacter infection?
• Late Generalization Miliary TB features?
• Amebic meningitis is acquired by Naegleria fowleri entering through which route?
• What does RIDT stand for in influenza testing?
• Which influenza type is most severe and the only one known to cause pandemics?
• As of 2024, how many US cases of amebic meningitis have been reported since 1962?
• Can Treponema pallidum be cultured in vitro?
• Cavitary TB is caused by which process?
• In the ICU, what is a preferred intravenous antibiotic combination for pneumonia due to typical pathogens including Haemophilus influenzae?
• Phases of Miliary TB: Which phase occurs shortly after initial infection and is common in children or immunocompromised individuals?
• What systemic signs are associated with histoplasmosis pneumonia?
• Campylobacter Jejuni infection is commonly associated with which exposure?
• Non-bacterial thrombotic endocarditis (NBTE) is best described as?
• What treatments are recommended for measles?
• What is the recommended approach to treating Coccidioidomycosis pneumonia?
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome is best described as:
• Encephalitis is inflammation of which tissue?
• Which statement correctly pairs an endocarditis sign with its description?
• Some studies suggest droplets may linger or travel up to how many feet?
• Does cold weather directly cause pneumonia?
• Mortality rate in high-income regions for bacterial meningitis?
• Which two organisms are most commonly associated with bacterial meningitis in adults and older children?
• Which presentation is more typical of viral pneumonia?
• Which statement correctly describes the two main categories of meningitis?
• Which drug is the recommended intravenous therapy for severe malaria?
• What is the drug of choice for treating syphilis?
• Which of the following is a predisposing factor that increases susceptibility to pneumonia related to swallowing difficulties?
• Secondary syphilis can present with which of the following complications?
• Where is TB most commonly found in the lungs and why?
• What occurs during the primary stage of syphilis?
• What is the treatment for native valve infective endocarditis caused by susceptible streptococci?
• What is the incubation period for infective endocarditis?
• Which of the following is a type of community-acquired pneumonia?
• Staph aureus pneumonia can be which of the following?
• Which disease is described by fever, malaise, anorexia, conjunctivitis, coryza, and cough?
• What is the typical management for mild diarrhea caused by E. coli?
• Which pneumococcal vaccine covers 23 types and is recommended for adults 65 and older?
• How is Hepatitis A primarily transmitted?
• Which of the following best describes CLABSI prevention?
• Rotavirus infection primarily affects which age group?
• How long is pneumonia therapy generally continued?
• The duration of acute diarrhea is defined as lasting less than how many days?
• What is a standard management step for CLABSI?
• Which condition is listed as a neurological or cognitive disorder that predisposes to aspiration pneumonia?
• What is the typical treatment for Salmonella gastroenteritis?
• Which type of diarrhea is characterized by increased secretion of fluid?
• Which of the following best describes the initial management for suspected necrotizing fasciitis?
• How is CLABSI diagnosed when suspected from clinical presentation?
• Which organism is associated with a very short incubation period of less than 6 hours after ingestion?
• Which musculoskeletal complication can occur with influenza, especially in children?
• Which set lists the predominant flora of the colon?
• In viral gastroenteritis, fecal leukocytes are typically negative. Which statement best describes this finding?
• Which masks protect against TB?
• Which pathogen is the most frequent cause of CAUTI?
• What is the first-line antifungal therapy for Aspergillus pneumonia?