Hand Foot and mouth disease Flashcards
1
Q
what is it caused by
A
virus
coxsackievirus A12
2
Q
presentation
A
flu like symptoms painful blisters on mouth/tongue - oral enanthem non painful on hands and feet sore throat - refuse food fever exanthem (widespread rash) not itchy
3
Q
how is it spread
A
fecal-oral oral/resp secretions fluid in vesicle shed in feces up to four weeks after very very contagious
4
Q
when is it resolved
A
7 days
5
Q
non pharms
A
clean diaper change areas
wash hands
cool,soft food
6
Q
pharms
A
non
symptomatic relief
