In cholera epidemic which step should be first taken
Correct Answer: Safe water supply and sanitation
Description: Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease caused by Vibrio cholerae.
I.P.-1-2 days
First step in epidemic of cholera: Verification of diagnosis
First line treatment of choice: water and electrolyte replacement.
In the given question, safe water supply and sanitation should be the 1 st step to decrease mortality from cholera. Also know
Stool appearance of cholera: “Rice watery stool • Chemoprophylaxis of cholera: Tetracycline 500mg BID for 5 days.
Drug of choice for cholera:
Adults: Doxycycline 300 mg stat.
Children: Cotrimoxazole 5mg/kg BID for 3 days
Pregnant female: Furazolidone 100mg QID for 3 days
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