Infectious disease

Question 1

what medication is a monoclonal antibody given monthly during winter months to infants at high risk of RSV complications?

Answer 1

pavalizumab

Question 2

for what domains does TRT improve function for males with hypogonadism?

Answer 2

sexual function and depression

Question 3

what are the components of initial treatment for obstructive sialadenitis?

Answer 3

massage, heat, sialogogues, and hydration

Question 4

t/f use of oseltamavir reduces hospitalization due to flu

Answer 4

false

Question 5

how do you treat hot tub folliculitis?

Answer 5

no treatment typically needed - self limiting

Question 6

what topical medication is more effective than permethrin for the treatment of scabies?

Answer 6

benzyl benzoate

Question 7

doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis for STI prevention can be used in what populations?

Answer 7

MSM and transgender women with previous bacterial STI diagnosis within the previous year

Question 8

initial episodes of HSV should be treated for what duration?

Answer 8

7-10 days

Question 9

what is the typical duration of treatment of HSV outbreak recurrence with valtrex 1g daily?

Answer 9

5 days

Question 10

after administration of epipen for anaphylaxis, it is recommended to monitor a patient for 1 hour for what reason?

Answer 10

to ensure biphasic anaphylaxis does not occur

Question 11

uncomplicated febrile UTI in children can be treated with how many days of antibiotics?

Answer 11

5 days as successful as 10 days