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Pediatric Infectious Disease Questions
Question 1 of 5
During springtime, an infectious disease spread through a small community in the United States. The main signs and symptoms were fever, mild rash, and arthralgia. One pregnant woman in late gestation contracted the illness but recovered without difficulty. However, 1 month later she was delivered of a stillborn infant. The pathology report listed the diagnosis 'hydrops fetalis.' What is the most likely infectious disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 causes hydrops fetalis in late pregnancy due to fetal anemia.
Question 2 of 5
Strains of Staphylococcus aureus can produce which of the following toxins?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: S. aureus produces all listed toxins, causing various syndromes.
Question 3 of 5
The preferred treatment of infant botulism is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Botulism immune globulin (BIG) is the specific treatment for infant botulism.
Question 4 of 5
Which contacts should receive erythromycin after diagnosis of pertussis in a child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All contacts should receive prophylaxis to prevent pertussis spread.
Question 5 of 5
Which is not a manifestation of enterovirus infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aphthous stomatitis is not typically caused by enteroviruses.