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What is the characteristic progression of the rash described?
What is the characteristic progression of the rash described?
What does the rash do when it is pressed?
What does the rash do when it is pressed?
Which of the following describes parotitis?
Which of the following describes parotitis?
How does the rash spread?
How does the rash spread?
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What is the term used to describe joint pain that affects multiple joints?
What is the term used to describe joint pain that affects multiple joints?
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Study Notes
Viral Infections in Children
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Rubella (German Measles): Droplet precautions; maculopapular rash spreads head-to-foot, polyarthralgia (joint pain) common in adolescents.
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Rubeola (Measles): Airborne precautions; fever, cough, coryza, conjunctivitis, Koplik spots in oral mucosa.
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Varicella Zoster (Chickenpox): Airborne precautions; fever, malaise, anorexia, H/A, mild abdominal pain followed by rash—pruritic erythematous macules that evolve to papules and then form clear, fluid-filled vesicles.
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Exanthem Subitum (Roseola Infantum/Sixth Disease): Standard precautions; high fever (101-106°F) for 3-5 days; 12-24 hours after fever resolves, a pinkish red, flat or raised rash that blanches when pressed. Rashes appear and last 1-3 days.
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Erythema Infectiosum (Fifth Disease): Droplet precautions; slapped-cheek appearance; erythematous rash spreads to trunk; maculopapular rash with lace-like appearance.
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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: Standard precautions (contact for diagnosed/incontinent children); high fever; vesicles on tongue, oral mucosa, vesicles on hands and feet that are football-shaped.
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Herpangina: Standard precautions; high fever; vesicles on the tongue and oral mucosa.
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Mumps: Droplet precautions; parotitis (inflammation of parotid gland) and fever.
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Test your knowledge on various viral infections affecting children, including Rubella, Rubeola, and Chickenpox. This quiz covers key symptoms, precautions, and characteristics of these illnesses. Perfect for healthcare students and professionals looking to reinforce their understanding.
