Measles Flashcards

1
Q

what type of virus is measles

A

RNA paramyxovirus

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2
Q

describe the prodrome seen in measles

A

irritable
conjunctivitis
fever

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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

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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

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5
Q

what investigation should you do in measles

A

IgM antibodies

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6
Q

what is the incubation period of measles

A

10-14 days

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7
Q

how do you manage measles

A

supportive care

notifiable disease

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8
Q

what is the most common complication of measles

A

otitis media

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9
Q

what is the most common cause of death from measles

A

pneumonia

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10
Q

how is measles spread

A

droplets

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