Influenza (Flu) Level 3

Influenza
(Flu)
What is it?
*Caused- by a Viral Infection
*Starts- 24 to 48 hours after infection and begins suddenly
How do you prevent?
*Prevent- contact with the virus
*Flu vaccine
*Children/Others- Not Exposed to Influenza need 2 Doses of
Vaccine with 1 Month between Vaccines
What are the Symptoms?
*Fever- 100 to 104, runny nose, cough, headache, feeling of illness,
Dry Cough, Hard to Breath
*Chills, Body and Eyes Ache, Mouth and Jaw Pain
*Skin Warm and Flushed
*Nausea and Vomiting
*Weakness and Fatigue - may last up to 10 Days
What do I need to do?
*Increase Fluids- Water, Gelatin, Apple Juice, Liquids and
Increase as Tolerated
*See a Physician- if needed
*Stay in Bed and Rest, Avoid Stress