Quiz 5.1e Measles Flashcards
When did the Philippines nearly eradicate measles?
-2004
How do paramyxoviruses generally initiate infection?
-Through the respiratory tract
What is measles also known as?
-Rubeola
Measles virus belongs to this viral genus.
-Genus morbillivirus
How did the number of measles in 2018 compare to 2015?
-367% increase in cases
Does the etiologic agent of German measles belong to the same family as measles?
No
What is the most common life-threatening complication of measles?
-Pneumonia
Subacute sclerosing pan encephalitis is a neurologic complication of measles. When does it typically manifest?
-One to ten years after measles
When may it be sufficient to take care of a patient with measles at home?
-If patient doesn’t have severe symptoms or complications
When did DOH declare measles outbreaks in five regions in the Philippines?
-February 26, 2019
How do paramyxoviruses generally initiate infection?
-Through the respiratory tract
When are rashes typically present in measles?
-Two to three weeks after infection
When may it be sufficient to take care of a patient with measles at home?
-If patient doesn’t have severe symptoms or complication
What is the most cost effective protection against measles?
-Vaccination
What area/s had an outbreak of measles in 2019 as per DOH?
- Central Luzon (Region 3)
- Central Visayas (Region 7)
- CALABARZON (Region 4A)
- Western Visayas (Region 6)
- Metro Manila (NCR)
