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A 4 year old child who has asthma has teeth with smooth, cupped out teeth on the chewing surfaces. Which is
the most likely explanation for this finding?
A. Bruxism
B. Bulimia
C. Decreased saliva
D. Gastroesophageal refluxD. Refer to an ophthalmologist
D. Gastroesophageal reflux
C. Every 3 to 6 months
C. Negative ear pressure
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When prescribing oral antihistamines for seasonal AR what prescribing tips are important:
,a) Change antihistamine if side effects occur to one in a different class or same class but withdifferent action.
b) Change antihistamine if side effects occur to a different class.
c) Increase dose until side effects occur.
d) To prevent tolerance rotate drugs frequently.
ANS: A
In cases of head trauma, there are signs of skull fracture. These signs include
cerebrospinal fluid otorrhea, rhinorrhea, and raccoon eyes.
Correct: F
Both C & D
C. Give the infant a cold teething ring or wet washcloth to chew.
Correct: A
Change antihistamine if side effects occur to one in a different class or same class but
with different action.
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Which microorganism is the most common cause of peritonsillar abscess?
A. Epstein-Barr virus
B. Streptococcus pneumoniae
, C. Mycoplasma
D. Grp A beta hemolytic streptococcus
ANS: A
Red Flags for the Musculoskeletal Examination:
• Refusal to bear weight or walk
• Refusal to use or bend an arm
• Heat, redness, and/or swelling of one or more joints
• Hip clunks
• Toe walking—can be a normal phase and also can be associated with cerebral palsy,
tight heel cords, autism, or muscular dystrophy
ANS: D
The cause of most episodes of leukoplakia is not determined. However, this condition,
which results in the development of painless, raised white patches on the oral mucosa,
is associated with an increased risk of oral squamous cell cancer. Risk factors for the
development of leukoplakia include chronic/recurrent trauma to the affected site and the
use of smokeless and smoked tobacco and alcohol
ANS: D
Peritonsillar abscesses may occur at any age, although most cases involve adults.
Many cases evolve as a complication of tonsillitis, but others develop as peritonsillar
abscess without a history of tonsillitis. The condition involves infection of the peritonsillar
space. A number of pathogens cause peritonsillar abscesses, although the most common
cause is GABHS.
ANS: B
Clinical decision (or prediction) rules provide another support for clinical reasoning.
Clinical decision rules are evidence-based resources that provide probabilistic
statements regarding the likelihood that a condition exists if certain variables are met