hookworm

Question 1

causative agent of hookworm

Answer 1

• ancylostoma duodenale
• necator americanus

Question 2

MOT of hookworm

Answer 2

• ancylostoma duodenale - fecal, oral
• necator americanus - barefoot walker

Question 3

s/sx of hookworm

Answer 3

• initial sign: itching
• ligh infection—-rash
• heavy infection
- abdominal pain
- diarrhea
- anorexia
- weight loss
- fatigue
- anemia

Question 4

DOC for hookworm

Answer 4

albendazole 400mg
mebendazole 100mg
ivermectin 150-200mg

Question 5

do not walk??

Answer 5

barefoot