influenza Flashcards
1
Q
What is a RNA virus of the orthomyxovirus genus with the subtypes of A,B,C, and D.
A
Influenza
2
Q
incubation period of influenza
A
24-96 hours/1-4 days.
3
Q
when is infectiousness highest with influenza
A
3 days
4
Q
how long will children and immunocompromised/severy ill shed the influenza virus
A
> 10 days after the onset of sx
5
Q
How are influenza virus strains identified?
A
by the way the glycoproteins mix
6
Q
what is an early antiviral treatment that can shorten duration of fever and other sx and reduce the risk of complications from influenza?
A
Oseltamivir 75mg PO BID x5 days
