ARRT Patient Care Practice Exam

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How is mumps transmitted?

Through contaminated food
Direct person-to-person contact
Inhalation of aerosol droplets
Fomite surfaces

The correct answer is: Inhalation of aerosol droplets

Mumps is primarily transmitted through the inhalation of aerosol droplets, which are expelled when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can be inhaled by people nearby, leading to the spread of the virus. This mode of transmission is particularly effective in crowded or enclosed spaces, where the droplets can linger in the air or settle on surfaces and be breathed in by others. While direct person-to-person contact can also facilitate the transmission of the virus, the inhalation of aerosolized droplets is the most common and effective method of spreading mumps. This highlights the importance of respiratory hygiene and vaccination in controlling outbreaks. Contaminated food and fomite surfaces do not play a significant role in the transmission of mumps, making inhalation of aerosol droplets the primary route for spreading the disease.