Encephalitis Caused by Arboviruses Involves

question 22

Multiple Choice

Encephalitis caused by arboviruses involves

• A)fever, headache, and rash.
• B)coma, convulsions, and paralysis in severe cases.
• C)myalgia and orbital pain.
• D)muscle aches and joint stiffness.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Neck

The part of the body connecting the head to the rest of the body, containing structures of the digestive and respiratory tracts as well as major blood vessels and nerves.

Sternocleidomastoid

A muscle in the neck that runs from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid process of the temporal bone, involved in facilitating rotation and flexion of the neck.

Semispinalis Capitis

is a muscle of the back located beneath the trapezius, playing a key role in extending, rotating, and bending the head backwards.

Splenius Capitis

A muscle located in the back of the neck that functions in extending and rotating the head.