Increased Intracranial Pressure and Meningococcal Septicaemia Quiz
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What is a potential sign of meningococcal septicaemia?

  • Excessive sweating
  • Petechial rash (correct)
  • Joint pain
  • Chest congestion

    • What is the recommended dose of benzylpenicillin for a child aged 1–9 years with suspected meningococcal sepsis?

  • 1g
  • 2g
  • 600mg (correct)
  • 1.2g

    • When should a patient be referred to a rheumatologist for osteoarthritis?

  • if NSAID doesnt work
  • If odd distribution of symptoms (correct)
  • If suspected sepsis
  • If conservative measures fail

    • What should be investigated with X-ray for osteoarthritis?

    <p>Loss of joint space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when referring a patient to orthopedics for osteoarthritis?

    <p>Joint replacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential sign of increased intracranial pressure in babies?

    <p>Bulging fontanelle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be given for suspected meningococcal sepsis?

    <p>Benzylpenicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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