Influenza-Like Illness Diagnosis and Management in the Acute Care Setting. Issue 12 (December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Humiston, Sharon G.; Pham, Thuylinh N.
• Is Part Of: Pediatric emergency care. Volume 32:Issue 12(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-12
• Subjects: influenza -- influenza-like illness -- acute respiratory illness -- immunization; Pediatric emergencies -- Periodicals; 618.92002505
• DOI: 10.1097/PEC.0000000000000974
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0749-5161

Abstract

Abstract : Abstract: During influenza season, acute respiratory illness due to influenza is difficult to distinguish from other influenza-like illnesses, but testing should be reserved for situations when timely results will influence management or infection control measures. Immunization status and timing of disease onset notwithstanding, a neuraminidase inhibitor should be offered immediately for certain high-risk children; neuraminidase inhibitor treatment should be considered if shorter illness is warranted or an at-risk sibling may be protected. Antipyretics and cough control may be useful. Immunization with an age-appropriate dose of an inactivated influenza vaccine is the cornerstone of prevention for health care personnel and our patients.