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What is the primary animal reservoir of the Nipah virus?
Fruit bats, which are known to carry the virus.
Pigs, as they are often associated with zoonotic diseases.
Fruit bats, which are known to carry the virus.
Humans, as the virus can spread through human-to-human contact.
Cattle, due to their proximity to agricultural settings.
Where are the new Nipah virus cases being treated?
At the Infectious Diseases Hospital in Beleghata.
In a private hospital in Barasat.
At the Infectious Diseases Hospital in Beleghata.
At the West Bengal Health Department headquarters.
In the homes of those quarantined.
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What is a key precautionary measure to avoid Nipah virus infection, as stated in the passage?
Avoiding contact with sick pigs or bats.
Avoiding contact with sick pigs or bats.
Consuming raw date-palm sap.
Ignoring hygiene guidelines.
Avoiding the use of PPE when caring for patients.
What is the current status of the female nurse's health mentioned in the passage?
She remains critical in the ICCU.
Her condition is improving, showing signs of recovery.
She has been discharged from the hospital.
She remains critical in the ICCU.
She has fully recovered and is back at work.
How many people have been placed under home quarantine due to the Nipah virus outbreak?
Around 100 people.
Approximately 50 people.
Around 100 people.
Over 200 people.
The passage doesn't mention the number of people quarantined.
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