influenza Flashcards
1
Q
the influenza vaccine is given to people free on NHS on what conditions
A
Aged 65 Young children Pregnant women Chronic health conditions such as asthma, COPD, heart failure and diabetes Healthcare workers and carers
2
Q
diagnosed by pCR influenza most common types being A and B
The A type has different H and N subtypes and you may hear about different strains, for example H1N1 (swine flu) and H5N1 (avian flu). Outbreaks typically occur during the winter.
what is the treatment in someone presenting with suspected infleunza
A
There are two options for treatment in someone presenting with suspected influenza that is at risk of complications of influenza:
Oral oseltamivir 75mg twice daily for 5 days
