Rheumatic Fever Treatment Quiz

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What is the line of treatment for rheumatic fever?

  • Antibiotics (correct)
  • Antivirals
  • Corticosteroids
  • Immunosuppressants

What is the role of penicillin in the treatment of rheumatic fever?

  • Preventing skin manifestations
  • Reducing inflammation in the joints
  • Treating cardiac complications
  • Preventing recurrent streptococcal infections (correct)

How do NSAIDs and SAIDs differ in their use for rheumatic fever?

  • NSAIDs have less risk of gastrointestinal side effects than SAIDs (correct)
  • SAIDs are more effective in reducing fever than NSAIDs
  • NSAIDs are preferred for long-term use compared to SAIDs
  • SAIDs have a lower risk of renal side effects than NSAIDs

How does the treatment of acute rheumatic fever differ from prophylactic treatment?

<p>Acute treatment focuses on eradicating the streptococcal infection, while prophylactic treatment aims to prevent recurrent infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age does acute rheumatic fever commonly appear?

<p>Between 6 and 15 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of rheumatic fever?

<p>Inflammatory response to a Streptococcus pyogenes infection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does rheumatic fever typically develop after a streptococcal infection?

<p>2 to 3 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is more likely to experience acute rheumatic fever?

<p>Children between the ages of 6 and 15 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor in preventing rheumatic fever?

<p>Detection and adequate treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body parts can be involved in rheumatic fever due to antibody cross-reactivity?

<p>Heart, joints, skin, and brain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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