Paediatrics

at a Glance

Lawrence Miall, Mary Rudolf, Dominic Smith

Multiple Choice: Chapter 25 Persistent fever and serious recurring infections

Question 1. In babies born to a mother infected with HIV, which of the following management strategies are recommended?

(a) Antiretroviral therapy during pregnancy and for 6 months after birth
(b) Vaginal delivery unless the fetus becomes distressed
(c) Breastfeeding the baby to boost immunity
(d) Early start of solid feeds to prevent failure to thrive
(e) None of the above