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Which of the following is a key symptom of Kawasaki disease during its acute phase?
Which of the following is a key symptom of Kawasaki disease during its acute phase?
- Conjunctivitis with exudate
- Myocarditis
- Elevated platelet count
- Rash (correct)
What is the most critical intervention for Kawasaki disease that must be administered within 10 days of fever onset?
What is the most critical intervention for Kawasaki disease that must be administered within 10 days of fever onset?
- Immunization
- Aspirin therapy
- Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) (correct)
- Steroid treatment
What complication is associated with Kawasaki disease that specifically affects the cardiovascular system?
What complication is associated with Kawasaki disease that specifically affects the cardiovascular system?
- Coronary artery aneurysm (correct)
- Arteriosclerosis
- Myocarditis
- Thrombosis of peripheral vessels
During the convalescent phase of Kawasaki disease, which lab finding is typically observed?
During the convalescent phase of Kawasaki disease, which lab finding is typically observed?
What is a recommendation for the management of immunizations after a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease?
What is a recommendation for the management of immunizations after a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease?
Study Notes
Kawasaki Disease
- Rare illness that causes vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels)
- Affects mostly children under 5, with boys and girls equally affected
- May cause complications in children
Symptoms
- Acute Phase:
- Fever lasting 5 days or more
- Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva)
- Strawberry tongue (red and swollen)
- Painless peeling of palms and soles
- Rash
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Subacute Phase:
- Fever subsides
- Irritability decreases
- Rash fades or disappears
- Conjunctivitis improves without discharge
- Possible development of myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle)
- Convalescent Phase:
- Lingering Symptoms
- Inflammation persists
- Lab values return to normal
- Elevated platelet count
- Arthritis
Diagnostics
- Fever
- Echocardiogram (Ultrasound) to assess heart function
- Elevated platelet count in blood tests to indicate inflammation
Treatment
- Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) given within 10 days of fever onset
- Aspirin therapy
- Delay immunizations for 5-11 months after disease onset or after completion of treatment
- Monitor disease progression for 6-8 weeks after diagnosis
Complications
- Risk of coronary artery aneurysm and thrombosis
- Desquamation (peeling) of palms and soles
- Cracking lips
Additional Notes
- Low cholesterol diet is recommended
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Explore the key aspects of Kawasaki Disease, a rare condition that primarily affects young children. This quiz covers symptoms, diagnostic methods, and potential complications associated with the illness. Test your knowledge about this serious pediatric disease.
