Other Q2 Sxs/ Sx clusters

Question 1

List the 4 Centor criteria for GABHS pharyngitis

Answer 1

1) Pharyngotonsillar exudates
2) Tender anterior cervical lymphadenopathy
3) Fever
4) Absence of cough
-Also consider patient age (more likely in those 3-14 yrs old)

Question 2

Four (4) cardinal signs & symptoms of CRS (chronic rhinosinusitis) in adults and kids

Answer 2

1) Mucopurulent drainage
2) Congestion (bilateral)
3) Facial pain
4) Reduction or loss of sense of smell
-in kids: cough

Question 3

What is the first line of defense for treating GABHS pharyngitis (strep)?

Answer 3

Penicillin VK PO

Question 4

What is the m/c precursor lesion of Squamous cell carcinoma?

Answer 4

Actinic keratosis (precancerous)

Question 5

Poxvirus is also called?

Answer 5

Molluscum contagiosum

Question 6

1) Dome-shaped umbilicated papules describe what?
2) What is the best Tx?

Answer 6

1) Molluscum contagiosum
2) Curettage or liquid nitrogen (cryotherapy)