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Viruses and Viral Infections

Zika Virus

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that is transmitted to humans primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito (Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus).

Updated May 9, 2024

Rabies

This study guide provides an overview of rabies, its pathophysiology, assessment findings, medical management, and nursing care management.

Updated May 9, 2024

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

In this study guide, learn all the important information about Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) including how it is transmitted, its clinical symptoms, how it is diagnosed, its preventive measures, and nursing management.

Updated May 9, 2024

Polio (Poliomyelitis)

This study guide describes the pathophysiology, nursing assessment, nursing care management and treatment of polio and addresses the vital role of nurses.

Updated May 9, 2024

Acute Nasopharyngitis

Acute nasopharyngitis is caused by any number of different viruses, usually rhinoviruses, respiratory syncytial virus, adenovirus, influenza virus, or parainfluenza virus.

Updated April 30, 2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract. Infection with respiratory syncytial virus which manifests primarily as bronchiolitis or viral pneumonia, is the leading cause of lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) in infants and young children.

Updated April 30, 2024

Croup Syndrome

Croup is a common, primarily pediatric viral respiratory tract illness. The hallmark symptom of croup is a harsh, barking cough, often accompanied by stridor (a high-pitched, crowing sound) and respiratory distress.

Updated April 30, 2024