WorksheetsRheumatic fever ella and najwa
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
which part of the heart does Rheumatic fever affect
heart valve
what causes Rheumatic fever heart defect?
Excessive exercise
strep throat or scarlet fever infections are not treated properly or after strep skin infections (impetigo).
Genetic factors, medications during pregnancy, viral infections, or a combination of these
Eating too much sugar
How common is Rheumatic fever
Rheumatic fever is caused by a virus.
Rheumatic fever is only common in elderly populations.
Rheumatic fever is uncommon in developed countries but more prevalent in developing countries.
It most commonly affects children and teens
Rheumatic fever is caused by
group B streptococcus
group A streptococcus
Staphylococcus aureus
Staphylococcus pyogenes
What are the symptoms (effect on the person) of rheumatic fever
pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints.
pain Shortness of breath.
sadness, grief or lack of hope
vomiting, coughing, sore lungs
How do I treat rheumatic fever
Treatment for rheumatic fever usually involves antibiotics to eliminate the streptococcal bacteria, along with anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms.
medicines to reduce fever, pain, and general inflammation.
Rheumatic fever can be cured by home remedies and herbal supplements
Treatment for rheumatic fever involves surgery to remove the affected joints
Which of the following factors in the patient’s history and physical is relevant to the diagnosis of Rheumatic fever?
Sore throat from 3 weeks previous
Living in the current condition of MI
The mother's history of type 2 diabetes
A possible genetic factor from father who's history is unknown
Which of following immune response most likely seen in rheumatic fever?
M protein
IgA protease
N-acetyl-β-d-galactosamine
CAMPs factor
