Which of the Following Statements About Influenza and the Influenza

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about influenza and the influenza virus is FALSE?

• A) High-risk individuals include the elderly.
• B) An influenza vaccine confers immunity against only a few strains of the virus each year.
• C) Influenza is the leading cause of respiratory disease worldwide.
• D) The disease is characterized by nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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Definitions:

3-mL Syringe

A medical tool used for injecting or withdrawing fluids, capable of holding up to 3 milliliters of liquid.

Varicella Zoster

A virus responsible for chickenpox in children and shingles in adults.

Chicken Pox

A common childhood viral disease characterized by an itchy, blister-like rash, caused by the varicella-zoster virus.

Symptom Of Influenza

Indications that a person may be suffering from the flu, such as fever, sore throat, muscle aches, and coughing.