Common Cold Flashcards
1
Q
Common Cold:
Causative organisms (#, 3)
A
about 200 viruses, rhinoviruses, adenoviruses, coronavirsuses
2
Q
Common Cold:
MoT (2)
A
direct and indirect contact
3
Q
Common Cold:
Virulence factors (2)
A
attachment proteins, most symptoms induced by host response
4
Q
Common Cold:
Prevention
A
hygiene
5
Q
Common Cold:
Treatment
A
for symptoms only
6
Q
Common Cold:
Symptoms
A
sneezing, scratchy throat, runny nose, usually no fever
