Measles: Infectious Disease and Physical Therapy Interventions
Measles
Effects of Measles and Specific Precautions
Abstract
Our research paper on the Measles seeks to accomplish several goals. Defining what the Measles is, the history of the illness, the way the infected individuals spread the disease to new hosts, the signs and symptoms of Measles, and the incubation period before symptoms appear as well as the time frame when the disease is communicable. We spotlight the enormous effectiveness of the vaccine program that has all but eradicated the Measles in the United States and other developed countries throughout the world. In addition, we explore the protocols of containment of the Measles in a healthcare setting with specific patient populations, as well as its effect specifically on Physical Therapy interventions. The sources explored for relevant information about the Measles include peer reviewed journals, medical websites, CDC recommendations, and hard cover books that have sections dedicated to this highly communicable disease. Our research has achieved the goals of uncovering the nature of this airborne virus, its limited but lingering presence in the healthcare environment and the protocols necessary to protect healthcare workers and other at risk populations from contracting the Measles.
Rubella (more commonly known as Measles) is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. The Measles virus usually originates in the cells lining the lungs and back of the throat. Measles is a respiratory disease that is normally spread through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated airborne droplets. Measles is most common in children, but it is able to occur at any age. The most visual symptom of Measles is a red rash (beginning on the face and upper body that spreads downward) that starts flat on the skin but eventually may appear bumpy. Unfortunately, a person can be contagious up to four days before, and five days after the rash is seen. The first symptoms are
Effects of Measles and Specific Precautions
Abstract
Our research paper on the Measles seeks to accomplish several goals. Defining what the Measles is, the history of the illness, the way the infected individuals spread the disease to new hosts, the signs and symptoms of Measles, and the incubation period before symptoms appear as well as the time frame when the disease is communicable. We spotlight the enormous effectiveness of the vaccine program that has all but eradicated the Measles in the United States and other developed countries throughout the world. In addition, we explore the protocols of containment of the Measles in a healthcare setting with specific patient populations, as well as its effect specifically on Physical Therapy interventions. The sources explored for relevant information about the Measles include peer reviewed journals, medical websites, CDC recommendations, and hard cover books that have sections dedicated to this highly communicable disease. Our research has achieved the goals of uncovering the nature of this airborne virus, its limited but lingering presence in the healthcare environment and the protocols necessary to protect healthcare workers and other at risk populations from contracting the Measles.
Rubella (more commonly known as Measles) is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. The Measles virus usually originates in the cells lining the lungs and back of the throat. Measles is a respiratory disease that is normally spread through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated airborne droplets. Measles is most common in children, but it is able to occur at any age. The most visual symptom of Measles is a red rash (beginning on the face and upper body that spreads downward) that starts flat on the skin but eventually may appear bumpy. Unfortunately, a person can be contagious up to four days before, and five days after the rash is seen. The first symptoms are