During community surveillance, a child younger than 15 years develops sudden flaccid weakness of one limb. Which action is most appropriate for the polio eradication programme?
Correct answer: A. Report the case as a suspected acute flaccid paralysis case
- A. Report the case as a suspected acute flaccid paralysis case
- B. Give antibiotics and close the surveillance record
- C. Wait for paralysis of both legs before reporting
- D. Refer only if the child develops a high fever
Explanation
Sudden acute flaccid paralysis in a child under 15 years is a polio surveillance signal and should be reported promptly for investigation and stool collection. Waiting for bilateral paralysis would miss cases and weaken surveillance.
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