Influenza Flashcards
1
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description
A
viral infection, attacks respiratory system
2
Q
incubatian period
A
1-3 days
3
Q
symptoms
A
cough, FEVER, headeache, muscle aches, runny nose, sore throat
4
Q
mode of transmission
A
droplets/direct contact with infected particles
5
Q
period of communicabiltiy
A
24 hours (up to 7 days) before onset
6
Q
exclusion
A
yes until w/o fever for 24 hours
7
Q
control measures
A
vaccine, respiratory etiquette, frequent handwashing
8
Q
treatmeant
A
rest, fluid intake, antiviral medicine
9
Q
pathogen
A
influenza viruses A, B, C, D
