Infectious disease Flashcards
1
Q
Most common organisms causing meningitis in under 3 months
A
GBS, E coli, listeria
2
Q
Most common organisms causing meningitis in 1 month-6 years
A
N meningitides, Strep pneumonia, H influenzae
3
Q
Most common organisms causing meningitis in over 6 years
A
N meningitides, strep pneumonia
4
Q
What HIV test under 18 months?
A
HIV DNA PCR
5
Q
What HIV test over 18 months?
A
HIV antibodies
6
Q
Main features of Kawasaki
A
5 days of fever plus: Conjunctival injection Lymphadenopathy Rash Changes in lips or oral mucosa Changes in extremities
7
Q
How is Kawasaki managed?
A
Aspirin and IVIG
8
Q
What is the most important complication of Kawasaki?
A
Coronary artery abnormalities
