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Secondary Prevention Control Measures

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What is the difference between concurrent and terminal disinfection?

Concurrent disinfection is applied during patient isolation, while terminal disinfection is conducted after death or removal of the patient from the hospital.

What does treatment in the context of infectious diseases involve?

Treatment includes symptomatic treatment of general constitutional manifestations and the use of drugs like antimicrobial, anti-toxins, and immunoglobulins.

When is a patient usually released from isolation in the context of infectious diseases?

A patient is released based on clinical cure and after becoming bacteriologically free in 3 successive investigations.

Who are considered contacts in the context of infectious diseases?

Contacts are persons who have been living in association with the patient, especially during the incubation period. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is isolation of contacts necessary?

Isolation of contacts is considered in diseases that are highly infectious and fatal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of case finding in the context of secondary prevention?

Facilitate tracing the reservoir and source of infection Signup and view all the answers

Why is notification of cases important in public health?

Helps health authorities to take necessary preventive measures Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of isolation in the management of infectious diseases?

Complete separation of the case from contact to prevent transmission Signup and view all the answers

Where is isolation typically carried out for cases of meningococcal meningitis and pneumonic plague?

Fever hospitals Signup and view all the answers

What does disinfection involve in the context of secondary prevention?

Destruction of pathogenic microorganisms Signup and view all the answers