Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 treatment methods for influenza?
A
1) Vaccine
2) Antivirals
3) Prophylaxis
2
Q
Who are in the at risk groups (five)?
A
- Old
- Young
- Immunocomprimised
- Healthcare workers
- Pregnant
3
Q
When would you give a vaccine?
A
- Given to at risk groups
- healthcare workers
- during season (Sep - Nov)
4
Q
When would you give antivirals and what are they?
A
- Oseltamivir or Zanamivir
- Given to at risk groups, if flu is circulating
- within 48 hours of symptoms
5
Q
When would you give prophylaxis?
A
- Given to at risk groups
- if flu is circulating, they have been exposed within 48 hours and are not showing symptoms.
- Also not previously vaccinated
