Infectious Disease — Flashcards

Accidents are the _____ leading cause of death in children

Which bacteria classically causes epiglottitis? _____

Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome classically follows after DIC in young children with _____ infection

PTLD most commonly occurs in what age group? _____

What demographic is most susceptible to viral (aseptic) meningitis caused by enteroviruses? _____

Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis is a childhood arthritis seen in patients younger than _____ old

Evidence of sexual abuse includes _____ and sexually transmitted infections

What are the common risk factors for developing a brain abscess in a child? (5) _____

Following splenectomy, should an child receive daily antibiotic prophylaxis? _____

Centor criteria is appropriate for all ages _____

Hint: T/F