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Which symptom of rheumatic fever affects other joints and should be treated with salicylates?
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?
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?
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?
Which laboratory finding is typically elevated in patients with rheumatic fever and indicates inflammation?
What is the primary method for preventing rheumatic heart disease following an episode of rheumatic fever?
What is the primary method for preventing rheumatic heart disease following an episode of rheumatic fever?
Which medication class is recommended for both its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties in the treatment of rheumatic fever?
Which medication class is recommended for both its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties in the treatment of rheumatic fever?
What is the major manifestation of rheumatic fever that involves a self-limiting inflammatory disease affecting the heart?
What is the major manifestation of rheumatic fever that involves a self-limiting inflammatory disease affecting the heart?
Which of the following is NOT a major manifestation of rheumatic fever according to the Modified Jones Criteria?
Which of the following is NOT a major manifestation of rheumatic fever according to the Modified Jones Criteria?
What is the purpose of the Blalock-Taussig Shunt in the management of a heart condition?
What is the purpose of the Blalock-Taussig Shunt in the management of a heart condition?
Which of the following is a minor manifestation of rheumatic fever related to joint involvement?
Which of the following is a minor manifestation of rheumatic fever related to joint involvement?
To prevent rheumatic heart disease, what is a primary intervention following a Group A Beta-hemolytic streptococcal throat infection?
To prevent rheumatic heart disease, what is a primary intervention following a Group A Beta-hemolytic streptococcal throat infection?
What is the purpose of placing a child in a knee-chest position during hypercyanotic spells (tet spells) associated with rheumatic heart disease?
What is the purpose of placing a child in a knee-chest position during hypercyanotic spells (tet spells) associated with rheumatic heart disease?
What is the most common complication of streptococcal tonsillitis/pharyngitis if left untreated?
What is the most common complication of streptococcal tonsillitis/pharyngitis if left untreated?
Which age group is most susceptible to Kawasaki Disease?
Which age group is most susceptible to Kawasaki Disease?
What is the main purpose of advising patients to complete the full course of antibiotics for tonsillitis/pharyngitis?
What is the main purpose of advising patients to complete the full course of antibiotics for tonsillitis/pharyngitis?
What is the advised action regarding sharing drinking or eating utensils during an episode of tonsillitis?
What is the advised action regarding sharing drinking or eating utensils during an episode of tonsillitis?
Which of the following is a common minor manifestation of rheumatic fever?
Which of the following is a common minor manifestation of rheumatic fever?
What is the primary prevention strategy for rheumatic heart disease?
What is the primary prevention strategy for rheumatic heart disease?
