#1
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of sore throat?
Viral infections
Bacterial infections
Allergic reactions
Excessive hydration
#2
Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with streptococcal pharyngitis?
Runny nose
Cough
Fever
Watery eyes
#3
Which age group is at the highest risk of developing streptococcal pharyngitis?
Infants
Teenagers
Young adults
Elderly
#4
Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of viral pharyngitis?
Cough
Fever
Rhinorrhea
Exudative tonsillitis
#5
Which of the following is NOT a recommended home remedy for sore throat?
Gargling with warm salt water
Drinking hot tea with honey
Taking aspirin
Using throat lozenges
#6
What is the primary diagnostic test for confirming streptococcal pharyngitis?
Complete blood count (CBC)
Throat culture
X-ray
Ultrasound
#7
Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for symptomatic relief of sore throat?
Aspirin
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
#8
Which of the following is a common complication of untreated streptococcal pharyngitis?
Pneumonia
Bronchitis
Rheumatic fever
Asthma
#9
What is the recommended duration for antibiotic treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis?
3 days
5 days
7 days
10 days
#10
Which of the following is a common sign of peritonsillar abscess?
Pain radiating to the ear
Difficulty swallowing
Enlarged cervical lymph nodes
Halitosis
#11
What is the recommended antibiotic treatment for streptococcal pharyngitis?
Azithromycin
Amoxicillin
Ciprofloxacin
Doxycycline
#12
What is the purpose of performing a rapid antigen detection test (RADT) for streptococcal pharyngitis?
To confirm the presence of streptococcal bacteria
To identify the specific strain of streptococcal bacteria
To determine the antibiotic sensitivity of the bacteria
To assess the severity of the infection
#13
What precaution should be taken when prescribing antibiotics for sore throat?
Prescribe a high dose to ensure effectiveness
Prescribe a narrow-spectrum antibiotic
Prescribe antibiotics only if the patient insists
Prescribe broad-spectrum antibiotics
#14
What is the recommended approach for managing recurrent episodes of streptococcal pharyngitis?
Prescribe antibiotics prophylactically
Increase the dosage of pain relievers
Surgically remove the tonsils
Initiate antiviral therapy
#15
Which of the following laboratory tests is often ordered to support the diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis?
Throat culture
Complete blood count (CBC) with differential
C-reactive protein (CRP)
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)