Pinworms Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary route of infection for pinworms?

A

Anus to mouth

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2
Q

How long are the pinworm eggs viable in the environment?

A

20 days

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3
Q

Where specifically do the pinworms live in the body?

A

Ileocecum (most proximal part of large intestine)

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4
Q

How does re-infection of pinworms occur?

A

Eggs may transfer to fingers to mouth

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5
Q

How does retro-infection of pinworms occur?

A

Larvae may return to intestines

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6
Q

You should treat pinworm infections with…

A

Pyrantel

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7
Q

When should you f/u with self-care of pinworms?

A

2 weeks

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8
Q

Self exclusion and pinworms

Age?

A

<2 yrs old

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9
Q

Self exclusion and pinworms

Weight?

A

Less than 25 lbs unless PCP is okay with it

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10
Q

What is the max dose of pyrantel?

A

1g

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11
Q

What is the dosage of pyrantel based on?

A

11mg/kg

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12
Q

Pyrantel MOA?

A
  1. Neuromuscular blocking agent
  2. Worms dont attach to intestinal wall
  3. Worms are passed with stool
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13
Q

Does pyrantel kill eggs of pinworms?

A

Nope

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