Deck 1 Flashcards
size of yeast cells in Histoplasmosis
small size (1-5 micrometers)
MCC of pulmonary infections in kids with CF
S. aureus
Tx of CAP due to Pseudomonas
Cefepime and Levofloxacin
C/F of Ludwig angina
- dysphagia
- neck/lower jaw swelling
- submandibular tenderness
Predisposing factors for ludwig angina:
- Diabetics
- Tooth infection
Management of post-op mediastinitis
Surgical debridement + IV abx
Timeline of neonatal conjunctivits due to Chlamydia
5-14 days after birth
Management of post-exposure of active TB in kids < 5yo
Rifampin therapy –> repeat skin test in 8-10 weeks
Tx of bronchiolitis with stable vital signs
No therapy
Management of positive PPD test with no findings of active TB
Tx as latent TB: weekly Isoniazid + rifapentine daily for 3 mo
Tx of bronchiolitis with O2 sat less than 90%
IV fluids + oxygen
Initial management of neonatal ARDS
give CPAP with PEEP to prevent alveolar collapse
ABG findings in post-op atelectasis
resp alkalosis + low Co2 + hypoxemia + normal bicarb
Lung dz associated with working in wiring shop
Mesothelioma
Triad of aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD)
- asthma
- chronic rhinosinusitis w. nasal polyps
- hypersensitivity to aspirin or NSAIDs