How to protect yourself from malaria - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary way malaria is transmitted?
A) Through the air
B) Through contaminated food
C) Through direct contact with an infected person
D) Through the bite of an infected mosquito
  • 2. What time of day are mosquitoes that transmit malaria most active?
A) Midnight
B) Midday
C) Dusk and dawn
D) Morning
  • 3. What type of clothing is best to wear in malaria-prone areas?
A) Tight-fitting clothing
B) Long-sleeved shirts and long pants
C) Shorts and t-shirts
D) Light-colored clothing
  • 4. What is the purpose of using mosquito repellent?
A) To make you immune to malaria
B) To attract mosquitoes away from others
C) To kill mosquitoes in the area
D) To deter mosquitoes from biting you
  • 5. Which ingredient is most effective in mosquito repellents?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vinegar
C) Citronella candles
D) DEET
  • 6. What is the best way to protect yourself while sleeping?
A) Using a mosquito net
B) Sleeping with a fan on
C) Sleeping with the lights on
D) Burning incense
  • 7. What type of mosquito net is most effective?
A) Plain cotton net
B) Insecticide-treated net (ITN)
C) Net with large holes
D) Net made of synthetic fiber
  • 8. What should you do if you suspect you have malaria?
A) Wait to see if symptoms worsen
B) Treat yourself with over-the-counter medications
C) Seek immediate medical attention
D) Increase fluid intake
  • 9. What is chemoprophylaxis?
A) Taking preventative antimalarial drugs
B) Spraying insecticide
C) Using mosquito nets
D) Wearing protective clothing
  • 10. When should you start taking antimalarial medication?
A) Before traveling to a malaria-prone area
B) Only after you have been bitten by a mosquito
C) Only if you start experiencing symptoms
D) Upon arrival in the malaria prone area
  • 11. How often should you apply mosquito repellent?
A) Only when you see mosquitoes
B) According to the product instructions, usually every few hours
C) Once a day
D) Only at night
  • 12. What is indoor residual spraying (IRS)?
A) Spraying insecticide on the walls and ceilings of houses
B) Spraying insecticide on clothing
C) Spraying insecticide on mosquito nets
D) Spraying insecticide outdoors
  • 13. What are common symptoms of malaria?
A) Cough and runny nose
B) Fever, chills, and headache
C) Diarrhea and vomiting only
D) Skin rash and itching
  • 14. Can malaria be treated?
A) Yes, with prescription medication
B) No, it is always fatal
C) Yes, with herbal remedies only
D) Only if caught in the early stages.
  • 15. Who is at higher risk of severe malaria?
A) Children and pregnant women
B) People who have previously had malaria
C) Healthy adults
D) Elderly individuals with strong immune systems
  • 16. Why is it important to empty standing water?
A) To conserve water
B) To keep the water clean
C) To prevent algae growth
D) To prevent mosquitoes from breeding
  • 17. What is the best way to protect your home from mosquitoes?
A) Plant mosquito-repelling plants
B) Burn mosquito coils inside the house.
C) Keep all windows and doors closed at all times
D) Use screens on windows and doors
  • 18. What is the role of the WHO in malaria prevention?
A) Managing local mosquito control programs
B) Developing new malaria vaccines
C) Providing guidance and support to countries
D) Distributing free mosquito nets directly to individuals
  • 19. Are there vaccines available for malaria?
A) Yes, there are approved malaria vaccines
B) Yes, but they are not effective.
C) No, there are no malaria vaccines available
D) Malaria vaccines are available, but only to infants
  • 20. Which of these is NOT a preventative measure against malaria?
A) Using mosquito repellent
B) Taking antibiotics
C) Sleeping under a mosquito net
D) Taking antimalarial drugs
  • 21. What does 'prophylaxis' mean in the context of malaria?
A) Diagnostic testing
B) Preventative treatment
C) Curative treatment
D) Symptomatic relief
  • 22. What is one way to modify your environment to reduce mosquito breeding grounds?
A) Creating artificial ponds
B) Fertilizing your lawn heavily
C) Clearing bushes and tall grass around your home
D) Planting trees
  • 23. How long can malaria parasites live in the human body?
A) Only during the acute illness
B) Malaria parasites can persist in the liver for many months
C) Only a few days
D) Only a few weeks
  • 24. Why is early diagnosis of malaria important?
A) To prove that mosquitoes are responsible for the illness
B) To avoid the need for treatment
C) To prevent severe complications and death
D) To reduce mosquito bites
  • 25. Where should you apply mosquito repellent?
A) On any surface that is touched by a mosquito
B) To exposed skin
C) To the air around you
D) To clothing only
  • 26. What should you do with clothing that might have been exposed to mosquitoes?
A) Dry clean only
B) Throw them away
C) Leave them outside to air out
D) Wash them thoroughly
  • 27. What is the relationship between deforestation and malaria?
A) Deforestation makes mosquito bites less dangerous
B) There is no relationship between deforestation and malaria
C) Deforestation reduces mosquito populations
D) Deforestation can increase mosquito breeding habitats
  • 28. What is one potential side effect of some antimalarial medications?
A) Increased appetite
B) Increased energy
C) Nausea and vomiting
D) Improved sleep
  • 29. Is it safe to use mosquito repellent on children?
A) Repellent is only for adults.
B) Yes, use repellents with lower concentrations of DEET or other safe alternatives
C) Yes, use any type of repellent
D) No, it is never safe to use mosquito repellent on children
  • 30. Which of the following is NOT a place where mosquitoes commonly breed?
A) Stagnant water in flower pots
B) Uncovered water tanks
C) Old tires filled with water
D) Dry, sunny areas
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