Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (P.U.O)
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How did Petersdorf and Beeson define pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO) in 1961?

  • Temperature greater than 37.5°C on several occasions, accompanied by more than 2 weeks of illness, failure to reach a diagnosis after 2 weeks of in-patient investigation
  • Temperature greater than 38.0°C on several occasions, accompanied by more than 3 weeks of illness, failure to reach a diagnosis after 2 weeks of in-patient investigation
  • Temperature greater than 38.3°C on several occasions, accompanied by more than 3 weeks of illness, failure to reach a diagnosis after 1 week of in-patient investigation (correct)
  • Temperature greater than 39.0°C on several occasions, accompanied by more than 4 weeks of illness, failure to reach a diagnosis after 1 week of in-patient investigation
  • What is the defining temperature for pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO)?

  • 37.5°C or more for more than three weeks
  • 39.0°C or more for more than four weeks
  • 38.3°C or more for more than three weeks (correct)
  • 38.0°C or more for more than two weeks
  • What are the physiological causes of fever?

  • After vaccination, After blood donation, After surgery
  • During menstruation, During emotional stress, During meditation
  • After meals, After vigorous exercise, After hot bath (correct)
  • During sleep, During fasting, During cold exposure
  • What is the normal range for body temperature?

    <p>36.5-37.4°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category does neoplasms fall under as a cause of fever?

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

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