Malaria - General Info Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 plasmodium species that cause malaria
A
P. falciparum
P. vivax
P. ovale
P. malariae
2
Q
What is the malarial paroxysm
A
Fever
Anemia
Jaundice
Hepatosplenomegaly
3
Q
How is the malaria Dx confirmed
A
Species
Clinical status of pt
Drug susceptibility
4
Q
What is the most severe mararia plasmodium
A
Falciparum
5
Q
Which plasmodia have a dormant liver form
A
Vivax
Ovale
6
Q
What is a possible sequelae of Falciparum
A
Cerebral malaria with seizures and coma