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What is the most common reason for pediatric presentations in winter?
What is the most common reason for pediatric presentations in winter?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of upper respiratory tract infections?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of upper respiratory tract infections?
What percentage of children under 5 see their GP annually for tonsillitis?
What percentage of children under 5 see their GP annually for tonsillitis?
Which condition necessitates hospital admission for a child experiencing upper respiratory tract infections?
Which condition necessitates hospital admission for a child experiencing upper respiratory tract infections?
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What is the primary management advice for upper respiratory tract infections in children?
What is the primary management advice for upper respiratory tract infections in children?
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Study Notes
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTIs)
- Common cause of paediatric presentations in winter
- Include tonsillitis/sore throat, otitis media, common cold, rhinosinusitis, acute cough/bronchitis
- 25% of children under 5 years old see their GP every year for tonsillitis
Signs and Symptoms
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Fever
- Headache
- Earache
- Systemic illness
- Lethargy
- Offensive breath
- Inflamed, purulent tonsils
Management
- Usually self-limiting
- Offer advice to parents such as:
- Rest
- Extra fluids
- Analgesia
Hospital Admission Criteria
- Any time-critical ABCD (Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability)
- Diminished fluid intake
- Tenderness behind the ear (mastoiditis)
- Any respiratory compromise
- All children under two years old
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Test your knowledge on Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (URTIs) in children. This quiz covers common causes, symptoms, management strategies, and criteria for hospital admission. Perfect for healthcare professionals working with pediatric patients.
