Which pair of diseases (Pairs of Disease) is spread by viruses?

Appeared in: MP CHO -2019 (Shift-1)

Explanation

This option is correct because both Rabies and Mumps are infectious diseases caused by viruses.
Rabies is a severe viral disease of the central nervous system caused by the Rabies lyssavirus.
Mumps is a contagious viral illness best known for causing painful swelling of the parotid glands, caused by the Mumps virus (a paramyxovirus).

Option B: This pair is incorrect because it contains one viral disease and one bacterial disease.
Option C: This pair is incorrect because both diseases listed are caused by bacteria, not viruses.
Option D: This pair is incorrect because both diseases listed are caused by bacteria, not viruses.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: Knowing Identification of diseases based on their causative agents (viral vs. bacterial) helps nurses interpret findings accurately and avoid errors in routine assessment, medication administration, and patient teaching.
Distinguishing between viral and bacterial pathogens is crucial for treatment. Antibiotics are effective against bacterial infections but have no effect on viruses.
Viral infections are typically managed with supportive care and, in some cases, antiviral drugs. Prevention through vaccination is a cornerstone of public health (e.g., MMR vaccine for Mumps, Rabies vaccine for post-exposure prophylaxis).
A nurse must be able to educate patients on why antibiotics are not prescribed for viral illnesses like the common cold or mumps, helping to combat antibiotic resistance.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the core task of the question, which is to find a pair of diseases where both are caused by viruses.
Systematically evaluate each option.
For each disease in a pair, recall its causative agent (e.g., virus, bacterium).
Option A: Rabies is viral, Mumps is viral. This pair meets the criteria.
Option B: AIDS is viral, but Syphilis is bacterial. This pair is incorrect.
Option C: Typhoid is bacterial, and Tetanus is bacterial. This pair is incorrect.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Identification of diseases based on their causative agents (viral vs. bacterial).
Stem keywords: diseases, viruses
Lead-in keywords: Which pair

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