Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome

Question 1

Cause for Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Answer 1

Hantavirus strains

Question 2

Portal of entry for Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Answer 2

Inhalation of:

-Infected rodent excrement or saliva

Question 3

Susceptibility for Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Answer 3

Individuals exposed to rodents in endemic areas

Question 4

Treatment for Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Answer 4

-Supportive care

Question 5

Prevention for Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS)

Answer 5

Avoidance of rodent droppings