Describe the steps required to investigate an outbreak and apply each step to the Oswego event.

Assessment Description
Read the “Oswego Outbreak Investigation,” located
in the topic Resources.

In a 750-1,000 word paper, evaluate the situation and
present your findings. Include the following:

Refer to the “Oswego Outbreak Investigation.” Read
the scenario and review the epidemic curve that describes the time of onset of
illness. What does this curve tell you regarding the average incubation period,
source, and transmission?
Using the incubation range and clinical symptoms, identify
potential infectious agents that could be responsible for the outbreak (refer
to the topic Resources, “Compendium of Acute Foodborne and Waterborne
Diseases”). Provide an explanation for your findings.
Why is this considered an outbreak? Discuss the criteria for
why it is considered an outbreak.
Describe the steps required to investigate an outbreak and
apply each step to the Oswego event. Include the relevant information needed
for each step to be successful.
Discuss the possible routes of transmission for the expected
agent.
Based on this information, what control measures would you
recommend? State a control measure for each prevention level: primary,
secondary, and tertiary prevention.
You are required to cite to a minimum of three sources to
complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and
appropriate for the assignment criteria and public health content.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in
the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric
prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for
successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A
link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class

https://halo.gcu.edu/resource/3bdac065-942b-4ae9-bf71-45dc47f45a87

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