SAQ 655 – Infectious Diseases – bloody diarrhoea after overseas travel

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A 50-year-old woman who works at McDonald's presents with one week of bloody diarrhoea. She returned from overseas two days ago.

Observation Result
GCS 15
Blood pressure 105/75 mmHg
Heart rate 90 bpm
Temperature 37.5 degrees C
Respiratory rate 16/min
Oxygen saturation 99% room air

Other than Salmonella Typhi, list five (5) possible causes of her diarrhoea.

(Marked out of 5.0)


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You are concerned she has Salmonella Typhi. List four (4) symptoms or signs that would support this diagnosis.

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State three (3) management priorities.

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Total Score: 0 / 12

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