2. INTRODUCTION
Mumps is a viral illness caused by a paramyxovirus, a
member of the Rubella virus family. The average
incubation period for mumps is 16 to 18 days, with a
range of 12 to 25 days.
3. DEFINITION
Mumps is an acute viral infection of childhood that
typically involves swelling of one or both parotid
glands, although many different organs can be infected.
4. INCIDENCE
In India, sporadic cases and outbreak are reported
throughout the year from all regions of the country.
Ministry of health and family welfare, Government
of India, has reported 45 outbreaks of mumps
5. ETIOLOGY & RISK FACTORS
caused by a virus – paramyxovirus
Mumps in Vaccinated People
Immune Deficiency After Vaccination
Babies Born to Infected Mothers
Viral Infection From Immunization
7. INCUBATION PERIOD
The time between being exposed to the virus and
getting sick (incubation period) is usually 12 - 24
days
8. CLINICAL MANIFESTATION
An estimated 20%-30% of cases are asymptomatic.
Fever
Headache
Sore throat
Swelling of the parotid glands
Swelling of the temples or jaw
9. ASESSMENT & DIAGNOSTIC EVAUATION
1. History collection
2. Physical Examination -
confirms the presence of the swollen glands. No
testing is usually required.
13. MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
PHARMACOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT
paracetamol drug – whether liquid,
melt-in-the-mouth, or soluble. The drug
is available in different forms
(liquid/tablet)
Non aspirin fever medications
acetaminophen
ibuprofen
15. DIETARY MANAGEMENT
oA light diet with plenty fluid intake is
encouraged
oAcidic foods (such as tomato, vinegar-containing
food additives) and liquids (such as orange juice)
should be avoided to lessen oral pain and
discomfort
17. Nursing diagnosis
1. Imbalanced nutrition less than body requirements related
to infectious condition as evidenced by swelling, pain and
difficulty in swallowing
2. Acute pain related to inflammatory process..
3. Risk for deficient fluid volume related to disease condition
such as swelling and difficulty in swallowing
4. Anxiety related to change in health status.
5. Hyperthermia related to inflammatory process as
evidenced by rise in body temperature.
18. Nursing intervention
Provide analgesics and apply warm or cool compresses to
the neck area to relieve pain
Give antibiotics and tapid sponge bath for fever
Increase fluid intake to prevent dehydration
Provide a high calorie, nutritionally rich soft or liquid food
frequently
Avoid spicy, sour food that stimulate salivation or require
the act of chewing
Measure body weight daily
Closely observe for complications
19. VACCINATION
MMR (0.5 mL . / subcutaneous route)
2 doses:
1. at age 12–15 months
2. at age 4–6 years
MMRV (0.5 mL . / subcutaneous route)
20. HEALTH EDUCATION
When to Call the Doctor:
Call the doctor if you suspect that your child has mumps
If your child has been diagnosed with mumps, keep track of
his or her temperature and call the doctor if goes above 101°
(38.3° Celsius)
Mumps can also involve the brain and its membranes, call
the doctor immediately if your child has any of the following:
• s:ff neck, convulsions (seizures), extreme drowsiness, severe
headache, or changes of consciousness
22. CONCLUSION
For a more thorough diagnosis when suspecting that
your child may have mumps, consult a paediatric
specialist. Ensure medicine dosage is followed
according to prescriptions. Contact the parents of
other children who may have come in contact with
your child during the days leading up to a diagnosed
case of the mumps, since the virus is contagious. Act
quickly when diagnosed to ensure effective treatment