Flu Flashcards
1
Q
how does influenza present
A
high fever, runny nose, sore throat, muscle pains, tired and confused
2
Q
what causes flu
A
influenza virus A or B
3
Q
what can be a secondary cause/ invader of flu
A
Haemophilus influenzae
4
Q
which is classic flu
A
Influenza virus B
5
Q
when would antivirals be prescribe over bed rest and fluids
A
risk of complications eg pneumonia from haem influenzae
6
Q
name some antivirals
A
Oseltamavir
Zanamivir
7
Q
what are pandemics associated with
A
animal reservoir shift
8
Q
what flu strain comes from birds
A
avian flu, influenza A H5N1
9
Q
how do you detect flu
A
PCR
