Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Question 1

Cause for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 1

• Pneumocystis jiroveci (Previously P. carinii)

- Normal flora of respiratory tract

Question 2

Portal of entry for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 2

-Inhalation of droplets containing the fungus

Question 3

Signs/Symptoms for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 3

Difficulty breathing

• Mild anemia
• Hypoxia
• Fever

Question 4

Susceptibility for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 4

Immunocompromised patients particularly those with AIDS

Question 5

Treatment for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 5

Combination of antifungal drugs

Question 6

Prevention for Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

Answer 6

• Cannot avoid the fungus

- Maintenance of a healthy immune system limits disease