Pertussis Has the Following Characteristics, Except

question 50

Multiple Choice

Pertussis has the following characteristics, except

• A)the pathogen has virulence factors to destroy the action of respiratory cilia.
• B)the catarrhal stage has persistent, hacking coughs with "whoops".
• C)an early stage resembles a cold with nasal discharge and sneezing.
• D)DTaP immunization will prevent it.
• E)transmission is by respiratory droplets.

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