Chapter 21: Infectious Diseases Affecting the Respiratory System
... A) Changes that allow the virus to evade host defenses 2. Its primary virulence factor is hemagglutinin A) A component of the viral envelope (protein spike) B) Helps to attach the virus to host cells ...
... A) Changes that allow the virus to evade host defenses 2. Its primary virulence factor is hemagglutinin A) A component of the viral envelope (protein spike) B) Helps to attach the virus to host cells ...
Chapter 12 Supplement
... Healthcare professionals can also be the source of zoonotic pathogens, especially those who have domestic pets or farm animals where they live. Should these workers wear their uniforms while playing with or caring for their animals, the uniforms could be contaminated with zoonotic pathogens. Or, if ...
... Healthcare professionals can also be the source of zoonotic pathogens, especially those who have domestic pets or farm animals where they live. Should these workers wear their uniforms while playing with or caring for their animals, the uniforms could be contaminated with zoonotic pathogens. Or, if ...
antibiotics and antibiotic resistance
... these antibiotics can lead to dangerously resistant bacteria such as the well-known MRSA and the less well known vancomycin resistant enterococcus. There are very few antibiotics that are available to treat resistant infections, and many of those available can only be given intravenously and at grea ...
... these antibiotics can lead to dangerously resistant bacteria such as the well-known MRSA and the less well known vancomycin resistant enterococcus. There are very few antibiotics that are available to treat resistant infections, and many of those available can only be given intravenously and at grea ...
Infections that are acquired as result of healthcare interventions
... Age - young children and older people are more vulnerable to infection and less able to fight it off Illness - chronic illness can reduce the efficiency of the immune system Medicines - many medicines suppress the immune system, such as the steroids used for asthma Surgery - the skin forms a major b ...
... Age - young children and older people are more vulnerable to infection and less able to fight it off Illness - chronic illness can reduce the efficiency of the immune system Medicines - many medicines suppress the immune system, such as the steroids used for asthma Surgery - the skin forms a major b ...
Anti-biotic Resistance
... in 1992, 13,300 hospital patients died of antibioticresistant bacterial infections cost of treating hospital infections is $1-3 billion/yr Patients with noscomial bacteremia spend $3,600 more in direct hospital costs, and remain in hospital 14 days longer than uninfected patients. 500,000 patients i ...
... in 1992, 13,300 hospital patients died of antibioticresistant bacterial infections cost of treating hospital infections is $1-3 billion/yr Patients with noscomial bacteremia spend $3,600 more in direct hospital costs, and remain in hospital 14 days longer than uninfected patients. 500,000 patients i ...
PPT - Cochin GUT Club
... • Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is the process of transplantation of fecal bacteria from a healthy individual into a recipient. • Involves restoration of colonic flora by introducing healthy bacterial flora through infusion of stool from a healthy human donor. • First description of FMT pu ...
... • Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is the process of transplantation of fecal bacteria from a healthy individual into a recipient. • Involves restoration of colonic flora by introducing healthy bacterial flora through infusion of stool from a healthy human donor. • First description of FMT pu ...
Salivary Gland Infections and Salivary Stones (Sialadentis and
... When the flow of saliva is blocked by a small stone (salilithiasis) in a salivary gland or when a person is dehydrated, bacteria can build up and cause an infection. A viral infection, such as the mumps, also can cause a salivary gland to get infected and swell. These infections can also be caused b ...
... When the flow of saliva is blocked by a small stone (salilithiasis) in a salivary gland or when a person is dehydrated, bacteria can build up and cause an infection. A viral infection, such as the mumps, also can cause a salivary gland to get infected and swell. These infections can also be caused b ...
Campylobacter
... long-term care facility, CD4 <200 cells/µL, acidsuppressive medications, moderate-severe community-acquired diarrhea ...
... long-term care facility, CD4 <200 cells/µL, acidsuppressive medications, moderate-severe community-acquired diarrhea ...
hand hygiene fun facts
... Hand hygiene, a very simple action, remains the primary means to reduce Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), and the spread of antimicrobial resistant organisms. ...
... Hand hygiene, a very simple action, remains the primary means to reduce Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), and the spread of antimicrobial resistant organisms. ...
ABR-Scan Science Week 48-49
... Health Agency of Sweden. It includes a summary of links to recent articles from a selection of 17 scientific journals that we find interesting. All journals included in the scan are listed at the bottom of the document. The articles are sorted according to our categorization: surveillance, treatment ...
... Health Agency of Sweden. It includes a summary of links to recent articles from a selection of 17 scientific journals that we find interesting. All journals included in the scan are listed at the bottom of the document. The articles are sorted according to our categorization: surveillance, treatment ...
Sign & Symptom - سایت دانشگاه علوم پزشکی گیلان
... Sign & Symptom Older age children & adults Sore throat & cough Mild line abscess Cervical adenopathy Cervical erosion Treatment : Drainage (cervical) Remove of infected cervical lymph node Cervical spine treatment Anti tuberculosis ...
... Sign & Symptom Older age children & adults Sore throat & cough Mild line abscess Cervical adenopathy Cervical erosion Treatment : Drainage (cervical) Remove of infected cervical lymph node Cervical spine treatment Anti tuberculosis ...
States - Agroberichten buitenland
... A flexible surveillance platform for long-term surveillance and time-limited studies to fill a data gap EIP Programs in 10 states Surveillance capabilities Population based surveillance Data collection from medical records Isolate collection & characterization ...
... A flexible surveillance platform for long-term surveillance and time-limited studies to fill a data gap EIP Programs in 10 states Surveillance capabilities Population based surveillance Data collection from medical records Isolate collection & characterization ...
diagnostic dead ends? so what™s the next step?
... severity of the gastritis increases with age. It may play a role in the development of inflammatory bowel disease and gastric carcinoma. Samples may be obtained by gastric endoscopic biopsy for microbiology and histology. The WarthinStarry and H&E stains are used for assessment of colonization and m ...
... severity of the gastritis increases with age. It may play a role in the development of inflammatory bowel disease and gastric carcinoma. Samples may be obtained by gastric endoscopic biopsy for microbiology and histology. The WarthinStarry and H&E stains are used for assessment of colonization and m ...
7-17_MICROBES_AND_DISEASE
... Tuberculosis – contagious infection of the lungs that spreads through the ari FUNGAL DISEASES - The first step in treatment of fungal is prevention. Prevention measures include maintaining good oral, foot and skin hygiene. People at risk for fungal infections include those taking strong antibiotic ...
... Tuberculosis – contagious infection of the lungs that spreads through the ari FUNGAL DISEASES - The first step in treatment of fungal is prevention. Prevention measures include maintaining good oral, foot and skin hygiene. People at risk for fungal infections include those taking strong antibiotic ...
2017 MICROBES AND DISEASE Normal flora – Many microbes
... • Tuberculosis – contagious infection of the lungs that spreads through the ari FUNGAL DISEASES - The first step in treatment of fungal is prevention. Prevention measures include maintaining good oral, foot and skin hygiene. People at risk for fungal infections include those taking strong antibiotic ...
... • Tuberculosis – contagious infection of the lungs that spreads through the ari FUNGAL DISEASES - The first step in treatment of fungal is prevention. Prevention measures include maintaining good oral, foot and skin hygiene. People at risk for fungal infections include those taking strong antibiotic ...
Infections in Healthcare and Medical Asepsis Infection Infection
... 5) Portal of Entry: where the pathogen enters the new host’s body ...
... 5) Portal of Entry: where the pathogen enters the new host’s body ...
STDs-v2
... During the early stage (primary), a chancre (painless ulcer) appears at the site where the T pallidum organism entered the body. Symptoms include slight fever, loss of weight, and malaise. The chancre persists for about 4 weeks and ...
... During the early stage (primary), a chancre (painless ulcer) appears at the site where the T pallidum organism entered the body. Symptoms include slight fever, loss of weight, and malaise. The chancre persists for about 4 weeks and ...
Bacterial Skin Infection
... old Johnny to surgery. He has developed this rash, which is weeping and crusting. ...
... old Johnny to surgery. He has developed this rash, which is weeping and crusting. ...
Infection Control Principles for Clinic Setting
... Define all the steps that should be taken to prevent spread of infection from person to person or from contaminated environmental surfaces/healthcare items, when there is an anticipated contact with: Blood Body fluids Secretions Excretions, such as urine and faeces (excluding sweat) whether ...
... Define all the steps that should be taken to prevent spread of infection from person to person or from contaminated environmental surfaces/healthcare items, when there is an anticipated contact with: Blood Body fluids Secretions Excretions, such as urine and faeces (excluding sweat) whether ...
Serious Pediatric Infections2013-04-29 14:2910.1 MB
... 1. CBC: leucocytosis or leucopenia (worst prognosis signifies meningococcal disease). Never discharge a patient with normal CBC and fitting clinical picture. 2. Blood culture 60-70% specific. 3. CSF: there are three components in the CSF we should look at- WBC, glucose, and protein For bacterial m ...
... 1. CBC: leucocytosis or leucopenia (worst prognosis signifies meningococcal disease). Never discharge a patient with normal CBC and fitting clinical picture. 2. Blood culture 60-70% specific. 3. CSF: there are three components in the CSF we should look at- WBC, glucose, and protein For bacterial m ...
Infection and Disease
... intermediate conveyor and then to another host vehicle food, water, biological products, fomites ...
... intermediate conveyor and then to another host vehicle food, water, biological products, fomites ...
Journal Citation Infection Control Risk with Bottles of Ultrasound
... survive on inanimate surfaces. They found that most gram-positive bacteria, including VRE, MRSA and streptococcus pyogenes can survive for months on dry surfaces.” “In the hospital environment, surfaces with which hands come in contact are often contaminated with Nosocomial pathogens, and may serve ...
... survive on inanimate surfaces. They found that most gram-positive bacteria, including VRE, MRSA and streptococcus pyogenes can survive for months on dry surfaces.” “In the hospital environment, surfaces with which hands come in contact are often contaminated with Nosocomial pathogens, and may serve ...
Ampicare 250mg Hard Capsules 04.01.12
... 10-20mg/kg twice daily. The higher dose levels are advised when treating infections due to Gram-negative bacteria and in cases involving young animals. Therapy should be repeated every 12 hours and continued for a maximum of 5 days. In severe or acute conditions, the dose levels may be increased. To ...
... 10-20mg/kg twice daily. The higher dose levels are advised when treating infections due to Gram-negative bacteria and in cases involving young animals. Therapy should be repeated every 12 hours and continued for a maximum of 5 days. In severe or acute conditions, the dose levels may be increased. To ...