2. You are looking at a pediatrician's notes on a long time patient. Translate these notes into layman's terms: Use the correct term in the drop down boxes below. 8 y.o. female pt. h/o tonsillitis CC: pyrexia, asthenia, dysphagia BP 116/72 P 81 Temp 101.3 Exam shows tonsillar hypertrophy, lymphadenitis. Tests: CBC, XR Dx(Diagnosis): Chronic tonsillitis PCP: Rx(Prescription) dispensed Ibuprofen 250 mg/5ml 1 tsp b.i.d. prn pain, Biaxin 250 mg/5ml 1 tsp q12h x 7d. Pt f/u x 7d to schedule tonsillectomy. (10 points) 8 . female tonsillitis : 116/72 101.3 Exam shows tonsillar hypertrophy, lymphadenitis. Tests: Dx: Chronic tonsillitis PCP: Rx dispensed Ibuprofen 250 mg/5ml pain, Biaxin 250 mg/5ml to schedule tonsillectomy.

Answer 1

Patient Information:

• 8-year-old female patient
• History of tonsillitis

Reason for Visit:

• Fever
• Tiredness
• Difficulty swallowing

Vital Signs:

• Blood Pressure: 116/72
• Pulse: 81
• Temperature: 101.3°F

Examination Results:

• Enlarged tonsils
• Swollen lymph nodes

Tests Ordered:

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• X-ray

Diagnosis:

• Chronic tonsillitis

Primary Care Provider (PCP):

• Prescriptions dispensed:
  • Ibuprofen (250 mg per 5 ml): 1 teaspoon to be taken twice a day as needed for pain
  • Biaxin (250 mg per 5 ml): 1 teaspoon every 12 hours for 7 days

Follow-Up:

• Return in 7 days to schedule a tonsillectomy (surgical removal of tonsils).