Pediatric Care: Oral Thrush Assessment
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Which organism causes oral thrush?

  • Streptococcus mutans
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Escherichia coli
  • Candida albicans (correct)

    • In which area of the oral cavity does oral thrush mainly occur?

  • Back of the throat
  • Surface of the tongue and insides of the cheeks (correct)
  • Gums and teeth
  • Roof of the mouth

    • What distinguishes oral thrush from milk curds?

  • Not easily removed and scraping reveals a sore, reddened area (correct)
  • Yellowish in color and scraping reveals a sore, reddened area
  • White in color and scraping reveals a smooth surface
  • Easily removed and scraping reveals a smooth surface

    • What predisposes patients to oral thrush?

    <p>Broad-spectrum antibiotics and immunosuppressive agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should patients be referred for further investigations?

    <p>Patients who experience recurrent infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

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