TYPHOID FEVER

Question 1

What is the causative agent of Typhoid Fever?

Answer 1

Salmonella Typhi (gram negative)

Salmonella Typhi is a type of bacteria that causes typhoid fever.

Question 2

What is the incubation period (IP) for Typhoid Fever?

Answer 2

5 - 40 days

The incubation period can vary significantly among individuals.

Question 3

What is the mode of transmission (MOT) for Typhoid Fever?

Answer 3

Fecal - Oral route (food, feces, flies, fingers and fomite)

This highlights the importance of hygiene in preventing transmission.

Question 4

What is the pathognomonic sign associated with Typhoid Fever?

Answer 4

Rose Spots - Abdomen

Rose spots are small, pink spots that appear on the abdomen of infected individuals.

Question 5

What type of fever pattern is associated with Typhoid Fever?

Answer 5

Ladder like fever

This refers to the characteristic rise and fall of fever experienced by patients.

Question 6

What is a common symptom indicating splenic enlargement in Typhoid Fever?

Answer 6

Splenomegaly

Splenomegaly is the enlargement of the spleen, which can occur in various infections.

Question 7

What is the term for involuntary muscle contractions that may occur in Typhoid Fever?

Answer 7

Subsultus Tendinum

This symptom can indicate severe infection and neurological involvement.

Question 8

What psychological symptom may be observed in severe cases of Typhoid Fever?

Answer 8

Delirium and Hallucination (Typhoid Psychosis)

This represents a severe manifestation of the disease affecting the nervous system.

Question 9

What is the screening test used for diagnosing Typhoid Fever?

Answer 9

Widal’s Test

Widal’s Test detects the presence of specific antibodies in the patient’s serum.

Question 10

What should be done if Widal’s Test is positive?

Answer 10

Proceed to confirmatory test

A positive Widal’s Test requires confirmation for accurate diagnosis.

Question 11

What is the confirmatory test for Typhoid Fever?

Answer 11

Typhidot

Typhidot is a more specific test that confirms the diagnosis of Typhoid Fever.

Question 12

What are the key precautions for the prevention and control of Typhoid Fever?

Answer 12

Enteric Precaution

Enteric precautions involve measures to prevent fecal-oral transmission.

Question 13

What is an important aspect of nursing management for Typhoid Fever?

Answer 13

Fluid and Electrolyte Replacement

This is critical to manage dehydration and maintain electrolyte balance in patients.

Question 14

Peculiar preoccupied nature of the stupor (lack of mental function) sign of typhoid fever

Answer 14

Coma vigil

aka Typhoid state

Question 15

Diet for pt with typhoid fever

Answer 15

Increase Caloric intake and decrease fiber

Question 16

Medication for typhoid fever

Answer 16

Chloramphenicol