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gonzo233

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Skin testing for tuberculosis (the Mantoux test) is recommended:
 
  a. Every year for all children older than 2 years.
  b. Every year for all children older than 10 years.
  c. Every 2 years for all children starting at age 1 year.
  d. Periodically for children who reside in high-prevalence regions.

Question 2

A school-age child has had an upper respiratory tract infection for several days and then began having a persistent dry, hacking cough that was worse at night. The cough has become productive in the past 24 hours. This is most suggestive of:
 
  a. Bronchitis. c. Viral-induced asthma.
  b. Bronchiolitis. d. Acute spasmodic laryngitis.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Children who reside in high prevalence regions for tuberculosis should be tested every 2 to 3 years. Annual testing is not necessary. Testing is not necessary unless exposure is likely or an underlying medical risk factor is present.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Bronchitis is characterized by these symptoms and occurs in children older than 6 years. Bronchiolitis is rare in children older than 2 years. Asthma is a chronic inflammation of the airways that may be exacerbated by a virus. Acute spasmodic laryngitis occurs in children between 3 months and 3 years.


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