Rheumatic fever Flashcards
1
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what type of condition is rheumatic fever?
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2
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what triggers rheumatic fever?
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3
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what bacteria typically triggers rheumatic fever?
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4
Q
how should tonsillitis be treated?
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4
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how should tonsillitis be treated?
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5
Q
what type of hypersensitivity reaction is rheumatic fever and how long after infection do symptoms usually present?
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6
Q
what four drugs can be given for management of rheumatic fever?
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7
Q
what are the four main symptoms of rheumatic fever?
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8
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what’s the mnemonic used for diagnosing rheumatic fever?
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JONES-FEAR
- Fever
- ECG Changes (prolonged PR interval) without carditis
- Arthralgia without arthritis
- Raised inflammatory markers (CRP and ESR)
