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