Pinworms Flashcards
1
Q
What is the primary route of infection for pinworms?
A
Anus to mouth
2
Q
How long are the pinworm eggs viable in the environment?
A
20 days
3
Q
Where specifically do the pinworms live in the body?
A
Ileocecum (most proximal part of large intestine)
4
Q
How does re-infection of pinworms occur?
A
Eggs may transfer to fingers to mouth
5
Q
How does retro-infection of pinworms occur?
A
Larvae may return to intestines
6
Q
You should treat pinworm infections with…
A
Pyrantel
7
Q
When should you f/u with self-care of pinworms?
A
2 weeks
8
Q
Self exclusion and pinworms
Age?
A
<2 yrs old
9
Q
Self exclusion and pinworms
Weight?
A
Less than 25 lbs unless PCP is okay with it
10
Q
What is the max dose of pyrantel?
A
1g
11
Q
What is the dosage of pyrantel based on?
A
11mg/kg
12
Q
Pyrantel MOA?
A
- Neuromuscular blocking agent
- Worms dont attach to intestinal wall
- Worms are passed with stool
13
Q
Does pyrantel kill eggs of pinworms?
A
Nope
