Jones Criteria for Rheumatic Fever

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Which of the following is considered a major criterion in Jones Criteria for diagnosis?

Chorea (correct)

Fever

Arthralgia

Elevated ESR

What is indicated by the presence of Sub Q nodules, Chorea, and Erythema marginatum?

Lyme disease

Rheumatic fever (correct)

Streptococcal infection

Scarlet fever

Which symptom is characterized by involuntary writhing movements?

Carditis

Arthritis

Erythema migrans

Chorea (correct)

What symptom is associated with joint inflammation in rheumatic fever?

Arthritis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection will not cause elevated WBC?

Viral Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection will not be affected by antibiotics?

Viral Signup and view all the answers

Which type of microscope is required to visualize viruses?

Electron microscope Signup and view all the answers

What effect do antibiotics have on viruses?

They have no effect on viruses Signup and view all the answers

Which illness does not generally result in serious health problems or complications?

Cold Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for non‐productive cough?

Dextromethorphan Signup and view all the answers

What is a preventive measure for influenza according to the text?

Vaccination Signup and view all the answers

How is Infectious Mononucleosis transmitted?

Via infectious salivary secretions Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical incubation period for Infectious Mononucleosis?

4-6 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What are the risk factors that facilitate the transmission of Infectious Mononucleosis?

Close contact and crowded conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which physical symptom is commonly associated with Infectious Mononucleosis?

Red spots on the back of the throat Signup and view all the answers

How is infectious mononucleosis primarily spread?

Via casual contact, usually through saliva Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of infectious mononucleosis?

Severe sore throat Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of contact dermatitis?

Itching and/or burning Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic group is more susceptible to contact dermatitis?

African American individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for contact dermatitis?

Applying a topical steroid or a tapering the dose of oral prednisone Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of leaving the tops of larger vesicles intact in contact dermatitis treatment?

To promote the healing process and minimize discomfort Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an antihistamine in contact dermatitis treatment?

To reduce inflammation and itching associated with contact dermatitis Signup and view all the answers

Which type of impetigo leads to the formation of vesicles and bullae on the skin?

Bullous impetigo Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of impetigo lesions?

Days to weeks Signup and view all the answers

What physical characteristic is not commonly observed in non-bullous impetigo?

Vesicle to bulla formation Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is primarily used in impetigo treatment?

Bactroban Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common causative organism of folliculitis?

Staphylococcus Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes folliculitis?

Inflammation of hair follicles Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common complication of a break in skin continuity?

Secondary bacterial infection Signup and view all the answers

Which physical characteristics are typically observed during cellulitis physical examination?

Erythema, warmth, and tenderness Signup and view all the answers

What type of bacterium is Vibrio Vulnificus?

Gram-negative Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following physical characteristics are typically evident in cellulitis caused by Vibrio Vulnificus?

Ecchymosis and bullae Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is recommended for cellulitis treatment without abscess?

Clindamycin Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended antibiotic for cellulitis treatment with abscess?

Doxycycline Signup and view all the answers

Which antibiotic is suggested in cellulitis treatment following aquatic exposure?

Doxycycline Signup and view all the answers

What is the leading cause of death by infectious disease according to the text?

Tuberculosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the chance of developing active TB for one‐third of the infected population?

10% Signup and view all the answers

Where are lesions typical of TB found?

Lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mode of transmission for tuberculosis?

Through respiratory droplets Signup and view all the answers

Where in the body is tuberculosis most commonly found?

Respiratory system Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the body's immune system is still functioning and the tubercles rupture?

The bacilli can reproduce, spread, and cause an active case of TB Signup and view all the answers

What do the bacteria do inside the macrophages due to their waxy cell wall?

Persist and multiply Signup and view all the answers

What are the soft, mushy, caseous sacs called in which the organisms are enclosed?

Tubercles Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of latent TB infection?

Few to no signs and symptoms, unable to spread the disease, usually have a positive skin test, can develop tuberculosis later Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of a person with latent TB infection?

Highly contagious to others Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of not receiving treatment for latent TB infection?

The person may develop active tuberculosis later Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristic features of active TB infection?

Signs and symptoms present, ability to spread the disease to others, positive or negative skin test Signup and view all the answers

When does the onset of initial infection typically occur?

4-6 weeks post-exposure Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if the body's defenses isolate or eradicate the infection?

The patient may recover with no further problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of active TB disease?

Chronic cough and hemoptysis Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic sign of "active" TB disease?

Formation of large cavities filled with pus and blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering Pyridoxine (B6) along with Isoniazid (INH) for 6 months to a year?

To prevent peripheral neuritis caused by INH Signup and view all the answers

At the end of the Isoniazid (INH) treatment, what is the purpose of conducting a chest X-ray?

To assess the effectiveness of the INH treatment Signup and view all the answers