Reye Syndrome Quiz

1. Reye syndrome primarily affects which age group?

2. Which part of the body is affected the most by Reye syndrome?

3. What are symptoms of Reye syndrome?

A. Vomiting that doesn't stopB. IrritabilityC. ConfusionD. All of the above

4. Which illness often comes before the development of Reye syndrome?

A. ChickenpoxB. Influenza (flu)C. PneumoniaD. All of the above

5. What is Reye syndrome often confused with?

A. MeningitisB. Drug overdoseC. PoisoningD. All of the above

6. At what time of year is Reye syndrome more likely to occur?

A. SpringB. SummerC. AutumnD. Winter

7. ALT (alanine aminotransaminase) is high in cases of Reye syndrome. What does this test measure?

8. What is the treatment for Reye syndrome?

A. AntibioticsB. SurgeryC. Antiviral medicineD. None of the above

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