Hantavirus Flashcards
1
Q
How is Hantavirus contracted?
A
Infection caused by breathing air that is aerosolized by rodent saliva, urine, or feces.
2
Q
NO HUMAN TO HUMAN CONTACT
A
true
3
Q
What is the tetrad of symptoms that Hantavirus is associated with
A
Thrombocytopenia
Leukocytosis
Abnormal Lymphoblasts
Rise in Hematocrit
4
Q
How is it treated
A
No treatment, give supportive care and even though the patient has low blood pressure, do NOT give fluids.
5
Q
What are the two stages of hantavirus
A
1) Rapid onset pulmonary edema with flu like symptoms
2) Respiratory failure and cardiogenic shock
- Cough, shortness of breath, fluid accumulation, Low blood pressure (cardiogenic shock)
6
Q
WHere do you get it
A
Southwest
