Immune-Compromise and High Risk Pets Flashcards
1
Q
What does the acronym YOPI stand for?
A
Young (<5yrs), Old (>65yrs), Pregnant, Immunocompromised
2
Q
What is the most common way that people are exposed to Toxoplasma gondii?
A
Eating improperly cooked meat or unwashed produce
3
Q
People become infected with ______________ from the scratch of domestic or feral cats, particularly kittens
A
Bartonella henselae
4
Q
Why should we focus on pet-associated disease education for immune-compromised individuals/clients?
A
These individuals have a higher risk for severe disease/death from pet-associated illness
