Objectives

Upon completion of this course one should be able to do the following:

• Describe the epidemiology of West Nile virus (WNV).
  
• List and describe 3 tests used for diagnosis of WNV.
  
• Describe the transmission cycle.
  
• Discuss 6 modes of transmission.
  
• List and describe 3 different classes of WNV infection.
  
• Describe West Nile Fever.
  
• List and describe 3 types of severe neurological disorders.
  
• Discuss the differences among meningitis, encephalitis, and acute flaccid paralysis.
  
• Describe treatment that is currently available and being used in clinical trials.
  
• Discuss risk factors.
  
• Discuss 4 types of preventive measures.
• Describe 4 types of insect repellents and guidelines for use.

RnCeus Homepage | Course catalog | Discount prices | Login | Nursing jobs | Help
2006 © RnCeus Interactive, LLC all rights reserved.