Paediatrics

at a Glance

Lawrence Miall, Mary Rudolf, Dominic Smith

Multiple Choice: Chapter 55 Rashes - infections and infestations

Question 1. Which of the following is true of Chicken pox (Varicella zoster virus) infection?

(a) The incubation period is 7 days after exposure
(b) Immunocompromised children should be treated with aciclovir immediately after any exposure
(c) Children develop immune protection following chicken pox but can develop the illness a further 2 or 3 times
(d) Vaccination is recommended as part of the routine childhood immunization course in the UK
(e) Children with chicken pox are infectious until spots appear