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Which of the following best describes the signs and symptoms of the West Nile virus?
  1. Dyspnea and difficulty swallowing.
  2. Excessive thirst, yellow vision, and slurred speech.
  3. West Nile doesn't show signs and symptoms.
  4. Vision loss, headache, stiff neck, and muscle weakness.
Explanation
Answer: D - The severe signs and symptoms of West Nile virus include high fever, headache, stiff neck, confusion and disorientation, seizures, muscle weakness, paralysis, and vision loss. It is important to keep in mind that many of these symptoms are shared by other disease processes and should be ruled out by a physician.
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