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Which presentation of an infectious disease is acquired through an indirect transmission?

  • A. Syphilis contracted from a sexual partner.
  • B. Measles resulting from a daycare center outbreak.
  • C. Malaria following exposure in a mosquito-infested area.
  • D. Nosocomial influenza spreading rapidly in a long-term care center.
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. Malaria is transmitted indirectly through mosquito bites. Choice A is incorrect as syphilis is acquired through direct contact with an infected sexual partner. Choice B is incorrect as measles can be transmitted through respiratory droplets in close contact settings like daycare centers. Choice D is incorrect as nosocomial influenza spreads within healthcare facilities through direct contact or droplets.