Martin 1 Chylee Martin Mrs. Drennon Medical Interventions 1 September 2014 Act. 1.1.6 Case Report Sue After entering the university infirmary, Sue complained of symptoms such as constant headache, extreme lethargy, and a tightness in her neck. After being examined, it was revealed that she had a slight temperature of 100.6oF. Laboratory tests were conducted in order to diagnose Sue, and the results concluded that she was infected with bacterial meningitis. Jill Jill reported symptoms such as extreme lethargy and muscle aches to the university infirmary. Upon examination, Jill was found to be running a slight fever of about 99.7oF. Laboratory tests concluded that Jill had been infected with bacterial meningitis, although not as long as Sue. Maria Maria reported her symptoms to the infirmary, complaining of fatigue and a high fever. Although she had not had the infection for long, conclusive laboratory tests revealed that she had bacterial meningitis. Marco Marco reported experiencing symptoms such as extreme fatigue and a terrible headache to the infirmary. The clinic ran laboratory tests, which concluded that Marco had very recently been infected with bacterial meningitis. Anthony Martin 2 Anthony complained of many symptoms: dry cough, fatigue, muscle aches, sinus trouble, and fever. Upon examination, no infectious bacterium was revealed. However, further laboratory tests and collected molecular data concluded that he was infected by the influenza B virus. In order to treat this infection, he was advised to take acetaminophens to reduce his fever and muscle aches, to use cough drops/throat sprays to ease his cough, and to get plenty of rest and fluids. Maggie Maggie reported experiencing a dry and scratchy throat and fever; she also reported that her “head feels heavy.” The lab and her molecular data revealed an infectious pathogen that was later discovered to be Streptococcus pyogenes. Maggie was diagnosed with strep throat. In order to treat her disease, she was prescribed an antibiotic and was recommended throat lozenges to ease her throat and acetaminophen to reduce her fever. Arnie Arnie complained of a persistent cough and runny nose, as well as getting the chills easily and being lethargic. Upon arrival at the infirmary, his temperature is 100.5oF. It was concluded that Arnie was also infected with influenza B virus. He was advised to use cough drops/throat sprays to ease his cough, to take over-the-counter cold medicines to help with his cough and runny nose, and to get plenty of rest and fluids. Wanda Wanda complained of a constant fever, swollen neck glands, a sore throat, and extreme fatigue. Molecular data and laboratory tests concluded that Wanda was infected with mononucleosis, caused by the human herpesvirus 4. Although there are no strict treatments for mono, Wanda was instructed to get plenty of rest, to gargle salt water or use throat lozenges to soothe her sore Martin 3 throat, and to take acetaminophen to reduce her fever and relieve her sore throat. She was advised against any strenuous activity, as it could result in damage to her spleen. Ray Ray, Wanda’s boyfriend, complained of the same symptoms to the infirmary: constant fever, swollen neck glands, sore throat, and extreme fatigue. He was also diagnosed with mononucleosis, caused by the human herpesvirus 4, and was instructed to follow the same treatment plan as Wanda. Alvin Alvin came to the clinic complaining of a headache and sore throat. He reports that his symptoms are merely because of lack of sleep, stress, and a concert he attended the night before. Because he refused to be tested, it can only be assumed that Alvin was infected with bacterial meningitis. Campus Outbreak Control In order to control the bacterial meningitis infection outbreak on campus, several measures should be taken. For instance, vaccines could be administered to any student or faculty member who has not had the infection yet. Medications may be used to treat the infected individuals and may therefore decrease the infection’s spread. Individuals should also exercise caution by wearing face masks, using tissues, germ-x or soap, washing their hands, using gloves, and developing a more nutritious diet and exercise plan. Martin 4
