15 yo with lethargy and fever Flashcards
1
Q
4 best DDx for lethargic teenager
A
- intox 2. hypoglycemia 3. shock 3. hypoxemia
2
Q
when to use intraosseous line
A
life threatening shock when IV cannot be placed in 90s
3
Q
Linear petechiae are evident in body folds and are called Pastia’s sign
A
Scarlet Fever
4
Q
treatent for meningococcemia
A
Pen G
5
Q
ppx treatment for contact of person with menningococcemia
A
Adults: cipro
Kids: rifampin
6
Q
When do you get meningococcal vaccine
A
11-18 + booster at 16 (if get first dose after 16, do not need booster)
