Influenza Flashcards
1
Q
define influenza
A
highly contagious infection of the respiratory passages
2
Q
symptoms
A
- fever
- shivering
- generalised ache in limbs
- headaches
- sore throat
- dry cough
3
Q
management
A
bed rest
paracetamol
4
Q
when should antibiotics be given to prevent a secondary infection?
A
- chronic bronchitis
- cardiac disease
- renal disease
5
Q
who should receive the influenza vaccine?
A
- over 65
- younger patients with chronic heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease or diabetes
