Eric presented to the ED with complaints of SOB, hemoptysis, and right sided chest pain, which worsens when taking a deep breath. He had fever and chills, which started a few hours before he arrived at the ED. He looks pale and slight cyanosis is discerned. He was immediately started on oxygen and IV fluids. Right-sided rales are heard on auscultation of the lungs. Rapid urinary antigen test was positive for S. pneumoniae. CXR was also positive for pneumonia. The patient was admitted for antibiotic treatment.
Dx: Bronchopneumonia due to S. pneumoniae
First-listed diagnosis: ________
Fill in the blank with correct word.
Question 2
Michael is two years old and he was brought to the ED by his mother. He presented with a 102o fever, a somewhat barky cough and wheezing. His skin was slightly cyanotic, as were the nail beds. He was in mild respiratory distress. He was started on antihistamines and a decongestant.. Since he was moderately dehydrated, IV fluids were started. He will be admitted for further treatment, including chest physiotherapy and humidified oxygen.
Dx: RSV bronchiolitis
First-listed diagnosis: ________
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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