Clinical manifestations of toxic shock syndrome include:
a. severe hypertension.
b. subnormal temperature.
c. erythematous macular rash.
d. papular rash over extremities.
ANS: C
One of the diagnostic criteria for toxic shock syndrome is a diffuse macular erythroderma. Hypotension is one of the manifestations. Fever of 38.9° C or higher is a characteristic. Desquamation of the palms and soles of the feet occurs in about 1 to 2 weeks.
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