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Respiratory syncytial virus: disease, development and treatment.
- Source :
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British Journal of Nursing . 7/27/2006, Vol. 15 Issue 14, p751-755. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2006
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Abstract
- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is spread by droplets and causes infections of the upper and lower respiratory tract. It is most common in infants, children under the age of five years and the elderly. Due to the nature of the transmission, infections with RSV are contagious but usually short lived. Pharmacological treatment involves the use of antiviral medication. Nurses caring for older people, infants or young children should be aware of the risk of transmission of RSV, pathogenesis and treatment options available to effectively manage the care of patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 09660461
- Volume :
- 15
- Issue :
- 14
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Nursing
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 21997068
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.12968/bjon.2006.15.14.21575