Which is the most common cause of angular cheiliti

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Which is the most common cause of angular cheilitis?

A. Impetigo B. Thrush C. Herpes simplex virus D. Dryness and chapping

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Thrush (Candida) is the most common cause of angular cheilitis, especially in moist environments.

Which is the hallmark symptom of pediculosis?

A. Low-grade fever B. Wheals C. Lichenification D. Pruritus

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pruritus (itching) is the hallmark symptom of pediculosis due to lice bites.

The best treatment for the patient described in Question 1 is

A. decreased activity of the knee B. anti-inflammatory drugs C. antibiotics D. excisional biopsy

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Osgood-Schlatter disease is managed with rest and activity modification.

Plans for the child described in Question 5 should include (choose one or more)

A. radiograph of the arm, thin casting or splinting B. supination of the forearm C. antibiotics D. alerting the parents to the cause of the problem

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Supination of the forearm reduces nursemaid's elbow; other options are unnecessary unless reduction fails.

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