Although influenza affects people of all ages, the highest morbidity and mortality occu...
Positive predictive value of these symp...
Most patients with influenza infection require supportive oral hydration, antipyresis, and routine decongestant therapy.
With the exception of young infants, previously health...
Signs to watch for:
Clinical signs of secondary bacterial infection
Deteriorating mental or respiratory status after initial improvement
Myoglobinu...
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487.1 Influenza with other respiratory manifestations
488.12 Influenza due to identified 2009 H1N1 influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
487.0 Influenza with pneumonia
488.19 In...
Q: When is it safe for a child with influenza to return to day care or school?
A: Older children with influenza may shed the virus in nasal secretions for up to 7 days from onset of symptoms and yo...
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