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What are the challenges faced during treatment of otitis media?
What are the challenges faced during treatment of otitis media?
- Low penetration capacity of antibiotics in the middle ear
- High resistance to antibiotics
- Both A and B (correct)
- None of the above
What is the difference between severe and non-severe AOM?
What is the difference between severe and non-severe AOM?
- Severe AOM has moderate to severe ear pain while non-severe AOM has mild ear pain
- Severe AOM lasts longer than non-severe AOM
- Severe AOM has fever ≥ 39 °C while non-severe AOM has fever < 39 °C (correct)
- None of the above
Why is it important to know whether otitis media is complicated or not before initiation of treatment?
Why is it important to know whether otitis media is complicated or not before initiation of treatment?
- None of the above
- To avoid complications during treatment
- To determine the choice of treatment based on guidelines (correct)
- To prevent the spread of infection to other parts of the body
What is the drug of choice for treating AOM in a 9-month-old toddler?
What is the drug of choice for treating AOM in a 9-month-old toddler?
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What is the alternative first-line therapy for children with penicillin allergy or previous antibiotic use?
What is the alternative first-line therapy for children with penicillin allergy or previous antibiotic use?
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What is the recommended duration of antibiotic therapy for uncomplicated AOM in children less than 2 years old?
What is the recommended duration of antibiotic therapy for uncomplicated AOM in children less than 2 years old?
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