Measles-Rubeola Flashcards
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what is Measles-Rubeola
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Measles, also called rubeola, is an acute viral respiratory illness. It is distinguished by a prodrome of fever
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Etiology (Causative Agent):
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Measles, a member of the Paramyxoviridae family
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Incubation Period:
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Measles has an average incubation period of 10-12
days from prodrome exposure
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Communicability Period:
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can spread the virus to
others for about eight days,
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Assessment (signs & symptoms):
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● Runny nose
● Cough
● Fever
● Sore throat
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Mode of transmission:
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transmitted through contact with infected nasal or throat secretions
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