Module summary
With the concerns about ongoing outbreaks of measles and whooping cough, it’s important for nurses in general practice to be alert to potential cases and opportunities to encourage preventive measures.
In this case-based module, Dr Toni Hazell discusses the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of measles and whooping cough, including how to identify and manage suspected cases, what appropriate treatment should be given in primary care and how to support improved uptake of vaccination against these serious infectious diseases.
Learning objectives
Working through the cases will enhance your knowledge of the prevention and management of measles and whooping cough in primary care, in particular:
- The characteristic presenting symptoms of measles and whooping cough in children and adults, and how to distinguish them from other potential infectious diseases
- How cases should be diagnosed and managed in primary care, including appropriate treatment for suspected or confirmed cases
- Appropriate public health measures to take if suspected cases of measles or whooping cough present to you, including infection and prevention control measures and how to notify appropriate bodies
- Prevention of measles and whooping cough through vaccination; why and when vaccinations are recommended and how to advise patients who have missed their vaccinations
Author: Dr Toni Hazell is a portfolio GP in London
Date published: 29.08.24
Note that all cases in this module are hypothetical scenarios developed for illustrative purposes only
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