A 24-year-old woman presents with fever and rose-spot-like rash after returning from an extended holiday in Bangladesh. Her GP refers her after blood cultures show Salmonella species, with identification and sensitivities pending. She is not pregnant and has no allergy, regular medication or past medical history.
List four (4) history features specific to Salmonella typhi infection that you would ask about.
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Her bloods show moderate microcytic anaemia and mild thrombocytopenia. State two (2) further tests most useful for diagnosing the cause of fever.
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She is febrile and tachycardic and needs admission. Prescribe two (2) antibiotics you would commence.
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The blood culture confirms Salmonella typhi. State the route of transmission and precautions needed to prevent spread.
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State two (2) complications after acute Salmonella infection.
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