SCHISTOSOMIASIS Flashcards
What is another name for Schistosomiasis?
Snake fever, Bilharziasis
What is the causative agent of Schistosomiasis?
Schistosoma japonicum, Schistosoma mansoni, Schistosoma haematobium
Where does Schistosoma japonicum live?
In blood vessels of the gastrointestinal tract
What is the incubation period for Schistosomiasis?
2 months
What is the mode of transmission for Schistosomiasis?
Fecal-oral route
List some signs and symptoms of Schistosomiasis.
- Diarrhea
- Bloody stool
- Hepatomegaly
- Splenomegaly
- Anemia (weakness)
What diagnostic test is used for Schistosomiasis?
Circum-ova precipitin test
What are some prevention and control measures for Schistosomiasis?
- Case finding and treatment
- Health education
- No wading in infected water
- If waded → wash with 70% alcohol/betadine/chlorine
- If for household purposes → let the water stand still for 7 days
How long does cercaria survive without a human host?
48 hours
What is the primary nursing management for Schistosomiasis?
Hydration
What is the drug of choice (DOC) for treating Schistosomiasis?
Praziquantel
What is an alternative treatment for Schistosoma mansoni?
Oxamniquine
What is an alternative treatment for Schistosoma haematobium?
Metrifonate
If a person was waded in infected weather what shall the person do?
Wash with 70% alcohol or betadine or chlorine
What kind of infection is schistosomiasis?
Blood fluke infection
What causative agent is found in the Philippines?
Schistosoma Japonicum
What causative agent is absent in the Philippines?
Schistosoma haematobium
