Malaria - General Info Flashcards

1
Q

What are the 4 plasmodium species that cause malaria

A

P. falciparum
P. vivax
P. ovale
P. malariae

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2
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What is the malarial paroxysm

A

Fever
Anemia
Jaundice
Hepatosplenomegaly

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3
Q

How is the malaria Dx confirmed

A

Species
Clinical status of pt
Drug susceptibility

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4
Q

What is the most severe mararia plasmodium

A

Falciparum

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5
Q

Which plasmodia have a dormant liver form

A

Vivax

Ovale

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6
Q

What is a possible sequelae of Falciparum

A

Cerebral malaria with seizures and coma

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