Influenza Flashcards
1
Q
What is the pathogen for influenza?
A
• RNA viruses
2
Q
What is the viral infection of the respiratory tract?
A
• Influenza
3
Q
Which patients are at risk for influenza?
A
- Young children
- 65+
- Poor living conditions - living in close quarters
4
Q
How is influenza spread?
A
- Aerosols
- Direct contact
- Indirect contact
5
Q
What are the symptoms of influenza?
A
- Fever
- Headache
- Dry cough
- Nausea
- Fatigue
6
Q
What is the test for influenza?
A
- Swab
- Assay
- PCR
7
Q
What is the treatment for influenza?
A
- Supportive treatments
- Antivirus - rimantadine
- Neuramindase inhibitor - oseltamivir
8
Q
What are the complications that occur with influenza?
A
- Bronchitis
- Pneumonia
- Meningitis
