ASHA Shikshacoronavirus
Module 3
Communicable Diseases
TB, leprosy, rabies, water-borne diseases and outbreaks
Lessons
masks1. Tuberculosis (TB)Signs of TB · Testing is free · Complete the treatment · Support for patientschevron_righthealing2. LeprosySigns of leprosy · Free cure with MDT · Self-carechevron_rightpets3. Dog bite and rabiesRabies kills - but can be prevented · Wash the wound at once · Vaccine the same daychevron_rightwater4. Water-borne diseases and outbreaksSafe drinking water · Handwashing · Report unusual caseschevron_right
Quiz
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1. A man has cough for 3 weeks and weight loss. What will you do?
- Give cough syrup
- Send for sputum test for TB
- Wait for another month
- Tell him to rest
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Answer: Send for sputum test for TB
Cough of 2 weeks or more = presumptive TB. Get tested.
2. How long is TB treatment at least?
- 1 week
- 1 month
- 6 months
- Until the cough stops
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Answer: 6 months
At least 6 months. Do not stop early.
3. A skin patch with loss of feeling may be a sign of:
- Allergy
- Leprosy
- Dengue
- Malaria
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Answer: Leprosy
A patch with loss of sensation is the main sign of leprosy.
4. What is the first aid for a dog bite?
- Apply chilli powder
- Tie a tight bandage
- Wash with soap and running water for 15 minutes
- Do nothing if the bite is small
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Answer: Wash with soap and running water for 15 minutes
Wash for 15 minutes, apply antiseptic, and get the vaccine the same day.
5. Five people in one street get diarrhoea on the same day. You should:
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- Inform the ANM and PHC immediately
- Wait and watch
- Tell only the Sarpanch
- Give everyone antibiotics
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Answer: Inform the ANM and PHC immediately
Clusters of cases may be an outbreak. Report early.
infoFor training ASHA workers. Always follow your ANM, Medical Officer and the latest Government guidelines. In an emergency, call 108.