Acute Paediatrics — Flashcards

The diagnosis of mumps is usually _____ and is confirmed by presence of IgM in saliva

_____ is a viral infection that characteristically causes parotitis

Significant parotid swelling in patients with mumps may cause protrusion of the _____

What are the signs of shock in children? A-E: B: _____ C: hypotension, tachycardia, prolonged CRT D: decreased consciousness E: pale/mottled skin, cold extremities

Altered responsiveness (e.g. irritable, lethargic), sunken eyes, tachycardia, tachypnoea & reduced skin turgor in children are signs of _____ which may progress to shock

Formula/milk _____ be diluted with water for babies with dehydration

Hint: Should/Should Not

What is the management of _____ dehydration in children/adults? oral rehydration solution (ORS)

Hint: Mild/Moderate/Severe

1st line management of faecal loading/impaction: Hard stools → _____ Soft stools → Oral stimulant laxative (e.g. senna) 2nd line management: Suppositories or enema

What is the likely diagnosis in a child that presents with abdominal pain, arthralgias, and palpable purpura on the lower extremities following an URTI? _____

Henoch-Schönlein purpura is most common in _____

Hint: demographic