Chikungunya Virus: A Rising Health Risk in the United States and How Nurse Practitioners Can Help Address and Reduce the Risk
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-1-2016
Abstract
Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is not widely known or understood in the United States, although it is rapidly increasing in its global reach and prevalence. Most nurse practitioners and other medical staff have never seen a case of CHIKV, and its similarities to other viruses may cause it to be overlooked. However, the chronic effects and worldwide spread of this virus require us to become familiar with CHIKV, how it spreads, and what prevention and treatment options are available. This article summarizes the history, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for CHIKV and offers guidelines for nurse practitioners to promote education and prevention.
Publication Title
Journal for Nurse Practitioners
Volume
12
Issue
5
First Page
289
Last Page
298
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.1016/j.nurpra.2016.02.020
ISSN
15554155
Citation Information
Evans, & Meires, J. L. (2016). Chikungunya Virus: A Rising Health Risk in the United States and How Nurse Practitioners Can Help Address and Reduce the Risk. Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 12(5), 289–298. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nurpra.2016.02.020