​What is Pathology – Influenza

​What is Pathology – Influenza
Pathophysiology A viral syndrome that spreads through the air as aerosolized particles and results in myalgia, fever, respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms, as well as systemic inflammatory responses.
• Because influenza strains vary, a new vaccine is created each season based on the strains that have been discovered. The comparatively recent strains of H1N1 influenza (swine flu) and H5N1 influenza (bird flu) are of concern.
• Without immunization, influenza can spread quickly and cause a pandemic.
• The group most at risk for complications-related death is the very young, the very elderly, and people with chronic illnesses.

Evaluation and Diagnostic Results

• Complete blood count (CBC) with differential, vital signs, culture for strain (if required), breath sounds, and visualisation of postnasal drip by oropharyngeal examination. • History of contact with an infected individual.
Complications
• A pneumonitis.

Medical Attention and Surgical Procedure
• Antiviral drugs, which are most successful when taken within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms.
• Analgesics, bronchodilators (if required), culture, antibiotics for secondary infection, electrolyte solutions for digestive complaints, and gut rest.
• The influenza vaccine is contraindicated in people who are allergic to eggs but necessary in high-risk groups.
• Keep an eye on your vital signs, breath sounds, and intake and outflow (I&O).
• Explain to patients that since vaccines contain viruses that have been destroyed or rendered ineffective, they cannot spread the flu.
• Local and systemic inflammation and antibody generation following vaccination may cause a low-grade fever or soreness at the injection site.