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Which bacteria is commonly associated with causing Rheumatic fever?
Which bacteria is commonly associated with causing Rheumatic fever?
- Streptococcus pyogenes (correct)
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Escherichia coli
What are the distinctive signs and symptoms of patients presenting with septicemia?
What are the distinctive signs and symptoms of patients presenting with septicemia?
- Fatigue, joint pain, and muscle aches
- Headache, confusion, and neck stiffness
- Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain
- High fever, chills, rapid breathing, and elevated heart rate (correct)
Which laboratory testing method is commonly used to diagnose Rheumatic fever and Rheumatic heart disease?
Which laboratory testing method is commonly used to diagnose Rheumatic fever and Rheumatic heart disease?
- Blood culture test
- Antistreptolysin O (ASO) titer (correct)
- C-reactive protein (CRP) test
- Complete blood count (CBC)
What is the pathogenesis of Rheumatic fever?
What is the pathogenesis of Rheumatic fever?
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What are the general categories of therapeutic modalities available to treat infections?
What are the general categories of therapeutic modalities available to treat infections?
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