Measles Flashcards
1
Q
what type of virus is measles
A
RNA paramyxovirus
2
Q
describe the prodrome seen in measles
A
irritable
conjunctivitis
fever
3
Q
what are koplik spots and when do you see them
A
white spots (grains of salt) seen on the buccal mucosa
occur BEFORE the rash
4
Q
describe the rash seen in measles
A
starts behind the ears then spreads to the whole body
discrete maculopapular rash which becomes blotchy
5
Q
what investigation should you do in measles
A
IgM antibodies
6
Q
what is the incubation period of measles
A
10-14 days
7
Q
how do you manage measles
A
supportive care
notifiable disease
8
Q
what is the most common complication of measles
A
otitis media
9
Q
what is the most common cause of death from measles
A
pneumonia
10
Q
how is measles spread
A
droplets