Right Ventricular Hypertrophy and Ventricular Septal Defect
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Which symptom of rheumatic fever affects other joints and should be treated with salicylates?

  • Erythema Marginatum
  • Subcutaneous Nodules
  • Activity intolerance
  • Swollen, hot, red, painful joints (correct)

    • What is the term for the aimless movements or extremities, involuntary facial grimaces, and speech disturbances seen in rheumatic fever CNS involvement?

  • Chorea (correct)
  • Subcutaneous Nodules
  • Erythema Marginatum
  • Activity intolerance

    • Which manifestation of rheumatic fever is characterized by small, nontender nodules on bony prominences like hands, feet, elbows, and scalp?

  • Subcutaneous Nodules (correct)
  • St. Vitus Dance
  • Activity intolerance
  • Erythema Marginatum

    • Which laboratory finding is typically elevated in patients with rheumatic fever and indicates inflammation?

    <p>Increased C-reactive protein (CRP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method for preventing rheumatic heart disease following an episode of rheumatic fever?

    <p>Antibiotics during the acute phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication class is recommended for both its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties in the treatment of rheumatic fever?

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

    What is the major manifestation of rheumatic fever that involves a self-limiting inflammatory disease affecting the heart?

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

    Which of the following is NOT a major manifestation of rheumatic fever according to the Modified Jones Criteria?

    <p>Muffled heart sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Blalock-Taussig Shunt in the management of a heart condition?

    <p>Connects the subclavian artery to the pulmonary artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a minor manifestation of rheumatic fever related to joint involvement?

    <p>Polyarthritis affecting large joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To prevent rheumatic heart disease, what is a primary intervention following a Group A Beta-hemolytic streptococcal throat infection?

    <p>Treatment with appropriate antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of placing a child in a knee-chest position during hypercyanotic spells (tet spells) associated with rheumatic heart disease?

    <p>To improve blood flow to the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common complication of streptococcal tonsillitis/pharyngitis if left untreated?

    <p>Rheumatic fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is most susceptible to Kawasaki Disease?

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

    What is the main purpose of advising patients to complete the full course of antibiotics for tonsillitis/pharyngitis?

    <p>To reduce the risk of rheumatic fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advised action regarding sharing drinking or eating utensils during an episode of tonsillitis?

    <p>Avoid sharing utensils completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common minor manifestation of rheumatic fever?

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

    What is the primary prevention strategy for rheumatic heart disease?

    <p>Complete the full course of antibiotics after tonsillitis treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

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