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