Questions and Answers
Which complication of measles is most frequently observed in malnourished children and individuals with weakened immune systems?
What is the recommended dose of Paracetamol for treating fever in children?
What is the maximum time frame for administering post exposure prophylaxis with the measles vaccine after exposure?
What is the first indication for administering Human Immunoglobulin in the context of measles?
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How is Vitamin A supplementation administered to children to reduce mortality from measles?
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What is the duration of the recovery period for individuals affected by measles?
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Which vitamin is known to reduce mortality rates from measles in children?
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When should healthcare workers be excused from work after potential measles exposure?
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What is the recommended time frame for administering Human Immunoglobulin after exposure to measles?
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What dose of Vitamin A is administered to infants aged 12 months to reduce measles-related complications?
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What is the communicability period for healthy children regarding measles?
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What condition among children may benefit from Vitamin A supplementation to mitigate measles mortality?
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What should be considered when giving post exposure prophylaxis for measles?
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Which group of healthcare workers can continue working after potential measles exposure?
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What is the recommended dosage interval for Vitamin A supplementation for children?
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Study Notes
Measles Recovery and Complications
- Recovery period for individuals affected by measles is typically 2-3 weeks.
- Most common complication of measles, especially in malnourished children and those with reduced immunity, is blindness. Other complications include encephalitis, severe diarrhea, ear infection, and pneumonia.
Fever Management
- Recommended dose of Paracetamol for managing fever in children is 10-15 mg/kg/dose.
Airborne Precautions and Exposure
- Airborne precautions for healthy children extend from 4 days before to 4 days after the appearance of the rash.
- Healthcare workers should refrain from work from the fifth to the 21st day after exposure to a measles case.
Vitamin A and Mortality Reduction
- Vitamin A has been shown to reduce mortality from measles in children.
- Supplementation is administered in 2 doses 24 hours apart.
- For infants aged 12 months, the dose of Vitamin A is 200,000 IU/day orally.
Antiviral Treatment
- Ribavirin is not recommended as an antiviral treatment for measles due to a lack of supporting studies.
Post Exposure Prophylaxis
- Post exposure prophylaxis with the measles vaccine is recommended for unvaccinated contacts and should be given within 72 hours (3 days) after exposure.
- Human Immunoglobulin Measles can prevent or modify the disease if administered within 6 days of exposure.
Indications for Human Immunoglobulin
- Indications for administering Human Immunoglobulin include immunocompromised individuals, infants aged 6 months to 1 year, and infants in general.
Measles Recovery and Complications
- Recovery period for measles is typically 2-3 weeks.
- Most common complication in malnourished children and those with reduced immunity is blindness, followed by encephalitis, severe diarrhea, ear infections, and pneumonia.
Treatment and Management
- Recommended dose of Paracetamol for fever is 10-15 mg/kg/dose.
- Airborne precautions are essential: infectious period is from 4 days before to 4 days after the rash appears.
Health Worker Guidelines
- Healthcare workers should refrain from work from the fifth to the 21st day after exposure to measles.
Vitamin A and Measles
- Vitamin A supplementation can reduce mortality from measles in children.
- Supplementation is administered as 2 doses, 24 hours apart.
- For infants aged 12 months, the recommended dose of Vitamin A is 200,000 IU/day orally.
Antiviral Treatment
- Ribavirin is not recommended as an antiviral for measles due to a lack of supporting studies.
Post Exposure Prophylaxis
- Post-exposure prophylaxis is advised for unvaccinated contacts.
- Measles vaccine should be administered within 72 hours (3 days) after exposure.
- Human Immunoglobulin for measles may prevent or modify the disease if given within 6 days of exposure.
Indications for Human Immunoglobulin
- Indicated for immunocompromised individuals, infants aged 6 months to 1 year, and infants in general.
Measles Recovery and Complications
- Recovery period for measles is typically 2-3 weeks.
- Most common complication in malnourished children and those with reduced immunity is blindness, followed by encephalitis, severe diarrhea, ear infections, and pneumonia.
Treatment and Management
- Recommended dose of Paracetamol for fever is 10-15 mg/kg/dose.
- Airborne precautions are essential: infectious period is from 4 days before to 4 days after the rash appears.
Health Worker Guidelines
- Healthcare workers should refrain from work from the fifth to the 21st day after exposure to measles.
Vitamin A and Measles
- Vitamin A supplementation can reduce mortality from measles in children.
- Supplementation is administered as 2 doses, 24 hours apart.
- For infants aged 12 months, the recommended dose of Vitamin A is 200,000 IU/day orally.
Antiviral Treatment
- Ribavirin is not recommended as an antiviral for measles due to a lack of supporting studies.
Post Exposure Prophylaxis
- Post-exposure prophylaxis is advised for unvaccinated contacts.
- Measles vaccine should be administered within 72 hours (3 days) after exposure.
- Human Immunoglobulin for measles may prevent or modify the disease if given within 6 days of exposure.
Indications for Human Immunoglobulin
- Indicated for immunocompromised individuals, infants aged 6 months to 1 year, and infants in general.
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Test your knowledge on the recovery from measles, its complications, and management strategies. This quiz covers critical information regarding airborne precautions, fever management in children, and the role of Vitamin A in reducing mortality rates. Explore essential facts that every healthcare worker should know.
