Week 6 - Fever in an Adult Flashcards
1
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What 9 infections should be considered in this patient?
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2
Q
What 3 non-infectious diseases could cause a similar presentation?
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3
Q
What initial bloods tests would you order? (5)
What would you order if the original serological tests were negative? (2)
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4
Q
What is the natural history of Ross River virus infection?
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Acute small joint polyarthropathy for 2-6 weeks then fatigue for 3-6 months.
5
Q
How would you manage this patient?
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6
Q
How would you manage this patient?
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7
Q
What infections should be considered if he were a patient living in Northern Australia?
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