Which statement made by a parent indicates an understanding about treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis?
a. "I guess my child will need to have his tonsils removed."
b. "A couple of days of rest and some ibuprofen will take care of this."
c. "I should give the penicillin three times a day for 10 days."
d. "I am giving my child prednisone to decrease the swelling of the tonsils."
C
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A Surgical removal of the tonsils is a controversial issue. It may be warranted in
cases of recurrent tonsillitis. It is not indicated for the treatment of acute
tonsillitis.
B Comfort measures such as rest and analgesics are indicated, but these will not
treat the bacterial infection.
C Streptococcal pharyngitis is best treated with oral penicillin two to three times
daily for 10 days.
D Corticosteroids are not used in the treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis.
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