Rapid assessment of the febrile child

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Fever in children can be assessed by use of the Yale Observation Scale, along with medical history, physical examination and sepsis workup. A rectal temperature above 100.4 degrees F is considered a fever. The Yale Observation Scale rates as normal, moderately impaired or severely impaired the quality of cry, response to parent stimulation, state variation, color, hydration and reaction to social overtures in terms of alertness or smiling. If empiric antibiotic treatment is indicated, the suggested form involves injection of ceftriaxone, possibly in conjunction with oral amoxicillin.

Author: Laws, Nora L.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, WK Health
Publication Name: Physician Assistant
Subject: Health
ISSN: 8750-7544
Year: 1997
Fever in children, Childhood fever

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Assessment and treatment of arterial ulcers

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A thorough examination for arterial blood pressure analysis in an affected leg is important in properly identifying causes of feet sores. Patients who quit smoking and engage in moderate and regular exercise may reduce their risk for further complications. Moist dressings and or surgery may be warranted. An overview of the development, identification, and treatment options for feet sores associated with circulation impairment in lower leg artery vessels is presented.

Author: Auth, Patrick C.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, WK Health
Publication Name: Physician Assistant
Subject: Health
ISSN: 8750-7544
Year: 1997
Atherosclerosis, Foot, Foot ulcer, Foot diseases

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