| Reviewed: |
May 29, 2003 by Health Sciences |
| Overview: |
The site provides a case study of a child with Meningoencephalitis from an
Arbovirus Infection. The case study describes the progression of symptoms, the
physical examination as well as the laboratory studies. Links to web sites at
the CDC as well as other insect related illnesses are provided.
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| Learning Goals: |
To understand the clinical course of the arbovirus infection.
Define the clinical features of this arbovirus infection including any
differences observed among children, adults, and the elderly.
Explain the use of standard diagnostic test(s) to confirm the causative agent
of this encephalopathy.
Describe the transmission cycle of the West Nile-like virus and identify the
virus family of which it is a member of.
Discuss the reason that the illness was originally named West Nile Fever.
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| Target Student Population: |
Students who have a medical background would benefit from this site i.e. nurses,
medical students and mid-level providers.
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| Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills: |
An understanding of medical terminology and laboratory tests and results would
be required.
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| Type of Material: |
Lecture presentation.
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| Recommended Uses: |
The material would be very useful for medical personnel who would like an
overview and understanding of the presentation of West Nile Virus.
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| Technical Requirements: |
None
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