A 5-year-old child presents with fever, red conjunctiva, strawberry tongue, and a desquamating rash. Kawasaki disease is suspected. What is the initia...

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A 5-year-old child presents with fever, red conjunctiva, strawberry tongue, and a desquamating rash. Kawasaki disease is suspected. What is the initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

High-dose aspirin and IV immunoglobulin

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IV hydrocortisone

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Antibiotics for suspected sepsis

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Immediate intubation

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Antihistamines

MCQ (SBA): Kawasaki disease

A 5-year-old child presents with fever, red conjunctiva, strawberry tongue, and a desquamating rash. Kawasaki disease is suspected. What is the initial treatment?