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RSV Flashcards

1
Q

RSV:

Causative organism

A

respiratory syncytial virus

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2
Q

RSV:

MoT (2)

A

droplet, indirect contact

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3
Q

RSV:

Virulence factor

A

syncytia formation

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4
Q

RSV:

Culture/ Dx (2)

A

direct antigen testing, RT-PCR in older children and adults

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5
Q

RSV:

Prevention

A

passive antibody in high-risk children

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6
Q

RSV:

Treatment (2)

A

ribavirin or passive antibody in severe cases

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7
Q

RSV:

Symptoms

A

rhinitis, pharyngitis, otitis

Serious infections- progress to bronchial tree and parenchyma, croup, difficulty breathing

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