26/27 Influenza Virus A, B, and C Table Flashcards
1
Q
which influenza type has the least segments?
A
C has only 7 segments
2
Q
which influenza type only infects humans?
A
type B
3
Q
which influenza type infects birds?
A
type A
4
Q
which influenza type is the most severe?
A
type A
5
Q
which influenza type is associated with antigenic shift?
A
type A
6
Q
what is the cut-off for giving antivirals to a patient without risk factors? with risk factors?
A
without: must be done within 48 hrs
with: 72 hrs
7
Q
which type of flu virus is affected by ion channel blockers (antivirals)
A
only influenza A viruses
8
Q
what are the names of the three neuraminidase inhibitors antivirals
A
- zanamivir
- oseltamivir
- peramivir
9
Q
how do neuraminidase inhibitors work?
A
inhibit virion release and spread
10
Q
which antiviral is effective against influenza A and B
A
neuraminidase inhibitors
