RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 42 Issue 2 Article 2 Rabies surveillance in Ontario

RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 42 Issue 2 Article 2 Rabies surveillance in Ontario

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What three Ministries are responsible for the surveillance of rabies in Ontario? *
How is rabies virus secreted by infected mammals? *
Rabies virus can be transmitted directly to other animals and humans through which of the following routes? *
The rabies virus is highly susceptible in the environment and usually inactivates when exposed to heat, ultraviolet light and desiccation. *
The gold standard testing method for rabies in Canada is which of the following? *
In accordance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act (Regulation 567: Rabies Immunization) at what age should dogs and cats be vaccinated for rabies? *
What rabies vaccine products will be available in Canada after March 31, 2019? *
Once the rabies pre-exposure vaccine series has been given, a rabies antibody titer should be checked every ___ years to confirm protective immunity for those workers at high risk of occupational exposure. *
In Ontario, the HPPA Regulation 557 states that “a physician, registered nurse in the extended class, veterinarian, police officer, or any other person who has information concerning either or both of the following shall, as soon as possible, notify the medical officer of health and provide the medical officer of health with the information, including the name and contact information of the exposed person. Any bite from a mammal Any contact with a mammal that is conducive to the potential transmission of rabies to persons” *
All bites, scratches, open wound or mucous membrane contact with saliva from an animal to a human should be reported to: *