Viral Gastroenteritis Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the diarrhea of viral gastroenteritis.
A
Acute onset
Watery
No blood or mucous
2
Q
Detail the structure of norovirus.
A
ssRNA + sense
No envelope
3
Q
Detail the structure of rotavirus.
A
dsRNA
No envelope
11 segments
4
Q
What is the number one cause of fatal diarrhea in children?
A
Rotavirus
5
Q
How can severe disease caused by rotavirus be prevented?
A
Vaccine
6
Q
Detail the pathogenesis of the diarrhea caused by rotavirus.
A
Villous destruction
Impaired Na absorption
K excretion
