Which of the following statements is true regarding peusis?

A. Neurological complication rate of DPT is I in 50000

B. Vaccine efficay is more than 95%

C. Erythromycin prevents spread of disease between children

D. The degree of polymorphonuclear Leukocytosis correlates with the severity of cough

Correct Answer: Erythromycin prevents spread of disease between children

Description: Neurological complications of DPT vaccine is due to peussis component. The estimated risk is 1: 170000 doses administered. Vaccine efficacy is 85%. Although several antibiotics are effective against B.peussis, erythromycin is the drug of choice Reference : Park&;s Textbook of preventive and social medicine, 24th edition.Pg no.174

Category: Social & Preventive Medicine

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