Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD)

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) Purpose:

The purpose of this assignment is to enhance the student’s clinical reasoning, confidence and learning of various pediatric and women health topics through facilitated discussion.

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) Description:

In Week 2, you will create a Grand Rounds presentation on the topic assigned to you by the faculty member.

Due Date: 
  1. Pediatric Grand Rounds (Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) due Week 2 (please see specific days/times).

Hand, Foot and Mouth Diseas (HFMD) Discussion Questions:

  1. HFM is more common during three seasons. Which three seasons and why is more common during this time of year?
  2. When is it “safe” for a child to return to daycare or school?

Bonus Question: How did the coxsackievirus get its name?

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