USMLE Forum Archives - USMLE Step 3 - peds 1
peds 1
conym5 - 07-22-09 15:22
A full-term newborn infant is having episodes of cyanosis and apnea,
which are worse when he is attempting to feed, but he seems better when
he is crying. The most important next step to quickly establish the diagnosis
is
conym5 - 07-22-09 15:22
A full-term newborn infant is having episodes of cyanosis and apnea,
which are worse when he is attempting to feed, but he seems better when
he is crying. The most important next step to quickly establish the diagnosis
is
The correct answer and explanation will be available after you answer.
Page 1
#4
Re: peds 1
conym5 - 07-23-09 08:03 It is important to make the diagnosis of choanal atresia quickly
because it responds to treatment but can be lethal if unrecognized and
untreated. Most neonates are obligate nose breathers because they cannot
breathe adequately through their mouths.
#16
Re: peds 1 babbu5508 - 09-30-10 16:10 My answer is: c.
rule out choanal atresia as the symptoms are improving by mouth breathing,i.e crying in the newborn.....
Page 1