Acute Otitis Media Quiz

What does AOM involve in the middle ear?

• Infected outer ear fluid

• Infected middle ear fluid and inflammation

• Infected inner ear fluid

• Infected ear canal fluid

Which bacterial pathogen is known for causing severe infections despite being less common now?

• Moraxella catarrhalis

• Group A streptococcus

• Haemophilus influenzae

• Staphylococcus aureus

Which bacterial pathogen most common cause of acute otitis media?

• Rhinovirus

• RSV

• Streptococcus pneumoniae

• Influenza

What does AOM stand for in the context of ear infections?

• Acute Otitis Media

• Advanced Otitis Media

• Acute Otitis Minor

• Advanced Otitis Minor

What is the appearance of a normal tympanic membrane?

• Pearly gray

• Bright red

• Dark blue

• Yellow

Which of the following is a second-line antibiotic therapy?

• High-dose amoxicillin

• Amoxicillin-clavulanate

• Clindamycin

• Oral cephalosporins

What is the role of clindamycin in AOM?

• First-line therapy

• Second-line therapy

• Penicillin allergy alternative

• Not mentioned

What is the treatment duration for children aged 6 years and older?

• 3-5 days

• 5-7 days

• 7-10 days

• 10-14 days

What temperature is considered a factor for children more likely to benefit from immediate antibiotics?

• > 39°C

• < 36°C

• 37°C

• 38°C

What should be done if symptoms of acute otitis media worsen or show no improvement within 72 hours?

• Continue observation

• Immediate surgery

• Initiate immediate antibiotics

• Increase analgesic dosage