Mumps

Question 1

An acute contagious disease with swelling of one or both PAROTID GLANDS

Answer 1

MUMPS

Question 2

MUMPS
SOURCE OF INFECTION:

Answer 2

secretion of mouth and nose

Question 3

MUMPS OTHER TERM:

Answer 3

Infectious Parotitis/
Epidemic Parotitis

Question 4

MUMPS causative agent

Answer 4

Paramyxoviridae

Question 5

MUMPS
mode of transmission

Answer 5

1. Direct- soiled with secretion from nasopharynx
2. Indirect- articles freshly soiled with secretion

Question 6

MUMPS- Incubation period

Answer 6

18 days; average of 12 to 26 days

Question 7

PERIOD OF COMMUNICABILITY:

Answer 7

before the glands are swollen and lasts as long as swelling remains

Question 8

MUMPS s/sx

Answer 8

1. Parotitis
   a. Inflammation of parotid gland
   b. Painful swelling in front of ear, angle of jaws and
   down the neck
2. Fever is high
3. Malaise
4. Loss of appetite

Question 9

1. most useful test in making early presumptive
   diagnosis of mumps
2. elevated amylase level

Answer 9

Serum amylase Determination: dx for mumps

Question 10

MUMPS COMPLICATIONS:

Answer 10

1. Orchitis (inflammation of testicles)
2. Encephalitis

Question 11

Orchitis (inflammation of testicles)
a.May cause permanent sterility
b.Give anti-inflammatory drugs

DOC for orchitis?

Answer 11

CORTISONE

Question 12

Virus could cross the BBB and invade the
meninges of brain.

Answer 12

Encephalitis, a complication of MUMPS.

Question 13

MANAGEMENT for MUMPS

Answer 13

o Care of contaminated articles boil 30 minutes
before washing
o Cleaning and airing of room for 5 to 7 hours (well
ventilated room)
o Bed rest (malaise)
o TSB or alcohol rub for fever (38C- 40C)
o Hot and cold application on swollen jaws
o Frequent antiseptic mouth washes and regular oral hygiene (to sooth throat)
o Diet: soft bland and semi-solid food (can’t
tolerate sweet, hot and cold, acidic
foods/beverages)
o Scrotum may be supported with a properly fitted suspensory pillow or a sling between thighs
o Adults: 300 to 400 mg CORTISONE then 100
mg every 6 hours

Question 14

MUMPS IMMUNIZATION/PREVENTION

Answer 14

MMR vaccine 12-15 months

Question 15

What is the recommended duration for boiling contaminated articles before washing to prevent the spread of mumps?

Answer 15

BEFORE WASHING: Contaminated articles should be boiled for 30 minutes

Question 16

How long should the room be cleaned and aired to promote proper ventilation in individuals with mumps?

Answer 16

Cleaning and airing the room for 5 to 7 hours, ensuring good ventilation

Question 17

What is the recommended care for managing fever (38°C-40°C) in individuals with mumps?

Answer 17

TSB or alcohol rub for fever (38C- 40C)

Question 18

Why might hot and cold applications be recommended for swollen jaws in individuals with mumps?

Answer 18

BASTA, hot and cold applications on the swollen jaw area in individuals with mumps.

Question 19

What is the purpose of frequent antiseptic mouth washes and regular oral hygiene in individuals with mumps?

Answer 19

Antiseptic mouthwashes and regular oral hygiene help soothe the throat

Question 20

What type of diet is recommended for individuals with mumps?

Answer 20

A diet of soft, bland, and semi-solid food is recommended for individuals with mumps, as they may have difficulty tolerating sweet, hot, cold, and acidic foods.

LOW sugar, acidic foods
HIGH protein & Vit C
AVOID hot and cold food/beverages

Question 21

How can scrotal swelling be managed in males with mumps?

Answer 21

Support with a properly fitted suspensory pillow or sling between thighs

Question 22

What is the recommended corticosteroid for adults with mumps, and at what dosage should it be administered initially?

Answer 22

Adults with mumps may be administered cortisone initially at a dosage of 300 to 400 mg, followed by 100 mg every 6 hours.

Question 23

Why is bed rest recommended in individuals with mumps?

Answer 23

To address feelings of malaise, SANA ALL