Question

Which of the following is not a way if preventing chickenpox?

• A. By isolating affected individuals
• B. A vaccinated person is likely to have a extreme case of chickenpox if they become infected
• C. The chickenpox virus is susceptible to disinfectants
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A vaccinated person is likely to have a extreme case of chickenpox if they become infected

The spread of chickenpox can be prevented by isolating affected individuals. Contagion is by exposure to respiratory droplets, or direct contact with lesions, within a period lasting from three days before the onset of the rash, to four days after the onset of the rash.The chickenpox virus is susceptible to disinfectants, notably chlorine bleach (i.e., sodium hypochlorite). Like all enveloped viruses, it is sensitive to desiccation, heat and detergents.

So, the correct answer is 'A vaccinated person is likely to have a extreme case of chickenpox if they become infected'.