Peritonsillar Abscess and Spread of Infection Quiz

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What is the main reason for drainage of a peritonsillar abscess?

To prevent pneumonia

To manage hypertension

To alleviate throat pain (correct)

To reduce fever

Why is it crucial to complete the full course of antibiotics prescribed for strep throat?

To prevent recurrence of the infection (correct)

To prevent the spread to the sinuses

To reduce throat swelling

To manage fluid overload

What can happen if strep throat is left untreated?

Improvement in throat pain

Formation of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (correct)

Resolution of fever

Development of pneumonia

Which condition does peritonsillar abscess lead to if not treated promptly?

PSGN Signup and view all the answers

How is poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis (PSGN) managed in a patient?

Using diuretics Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of peritonsillar abscess that distinguishes it from other conditions?

Swelling of the throat Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the urinalysis result that indicates glomerular inflammation and damage?

Presence of >50 RBCs per high-power field Signup and view all the answers

Which test result suggests the presence of mild inflammation and renal tubular injury?

Presence of few white blood cells (WBCs) Signup and view all the answers

What does the presence of red cell casts on microscopic examination indicate?

Glomerular inflammation and damage Signup and view all the answers

Which result supports the diagnosis of Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis (PSGN) according to the provided information?

Positive protein test (2+) Signup and view all the answers

Which parameter from the blood test results is indicative of abnormal kidney function?

Serum Creatinine: 2.0 mg/dL Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the urinalysis result that indicates a possible infection?

>10 WBCs per high-power field Signup and view all the answers

What do elevated levels of serum creatinine and BUN indicate?

Impaired kidney function Signup and view all the answers

How are elevated ESR and CRP levels interpreted in the context of PSGN?

Presence of ongoing inflammation Signup and view all the answers

What do low C3 complement levels suggest in immune-mediated glomerulonephritis like PSGN?

Complement consumption and activation Signup and view all the answers

Why do elevated ASO titers indicate recent streptococcal infection in PSGN?

ASO titers remain elevated following streptococcal infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of decreased GFR in the context of glomerulonephritis?

Impaired kidney excretory function Signup and view all the answers

Why does immune-mediated glomerulonephritis cause complement consumption and activation?

Due to the activation of the complement cascade during an immune response Signup and view all the answers

What combination of lab results suggests acute kidney injury secondary to immune-mediated glomerular inflammation following a streptococcal infection?

Elevated serum creatinine, elevated inflammatory markers (ESR and CRP), low serum complement levels (C3), and elevated ASO titer Signup and view all the answers

Which type of glomerulonephritis progresses slowly over many years?

IgA nephropathy Signup and view all the answers

What factor significantly influences the prognosis of glomerulopathies?

Extent of kidney damage Signup and view all the answers

What type of glomerulonephritis can lead to kidney failure within weeks to months if left untreated?

Rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis (RPGN) Signup and view all the answers

Patients with advanced stages of chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at higher risk of progressing to what condition?

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) Signup and view all the answers

What plays a crucial role in determining the prognosis of glomerulopathies?

Response to treatment Signup and view all the answers

What impact can hypertension, proteinuria, hyperlipidemia, electrolyte imbalances, and cardiovascular disease have on the prognosis of glomerulopathies?

Significantly impacting the prognosis Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a crucial role in determining the prognosis of glomerulopathies for a patient of any age?

Overall health Signup and view all the answers

Why is effective management of comorbid conditions essential in optimizing outcomes for patients with glomerulopathies?

To slow the progression of kidney disease Signup and view all the answers

Which patients tend to have a better prognosis in glomerulopathies based on age and overall health?

Younger patients with fewer comorbidities Signup and view all the answers

What effect does immunosuppressive therapy have on glomerulopathies that are less responsive to treatment?

Worsening kidney damage Signup and view all the answers

How may genetic factors influence the prognosis of glomerulopathies?

Resulting in a more aggressive disease course Signup and view all the answers