A family physician is performing patient teaching about the influenza virus with each patient who has come to the clinic to receive that year's vaccine
Which of the following statements by the patient best reflects an accurate understanding of the flu virus?
A)
"I could come down with viral or bacterial pneumonia as a result of a bad flu bug."
B)
"I know my vaccination is especially important since there aren't any drugs that can treat the flu once I get sick with it."
C)
"The emphasis on bundling up, staying warm, and drinking lots of fluids is outdated and actually ineffective."
D)
"Like all vaccines, it is ideal if everyone in a population gets immunized against the flu."
Ans:
A
Feedback:
Viral and bacterial pneumonia are known sequelae of influenza. Antiviral drugs do exist for the flu, and the efficacy of staying warm and increasing fluid consumption have been demonstrated. The flu vaccine is recommended for higher risk individuals, and guidelines do not indicate the need for all individuals to be vaccinated.
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