Characteristics | Correct answer rate (%) | |
1 | Enterobius vermicularis infection occurs more often in children than in adults. | 71.8 |
2 | Stool examination is the best way to diagnose E. vermicularis infection. | 25.1 |
3 | The adult worm of E. vermicularis migrates to the region around the anus to mate. | 67.9 |
4 | Some individuals of E. vermicularis can migrate to the female genital tract, thereby causing aberrant infection. | 84.0 |
5 | Aggressive behaviour in children can be caused by E. vermicularis infection. | 53.3 |
6 | Anal itching (pruritus ani) is one of the most common symptoms of enterobiasis. | 96.9 |
7 | Enterobiasis is usually caused by the ingestion of E. vermicularis eggs via contaminated hands. | 49.8 |
8 | E. vermicularis infection also occurs through contaminated water. | 23.7 |
9 | Group therapy is the most effective therapy for curing E. vermicularis infection. | 42.5 |
10 | E. vermicularis infection needs repeat treatment with anthelmintic medication after 2 weeks. | 76.0 |
11 | E. vermicularis infection is prevented by keeping clean and by drying the bedding in sunlight. | 94.8 |
12 | It is crucial to practice careful hand washing and to keep the nails short for preventing E. vermicularis infection. | 99.3 |
Possible range Actual range Average | 0 - 12 4 - 11 7.85 ± 1.52 |