You suspect a patient has meningococcemia secondary to N. meningiditis. You complete a full laboratory workup while simultaneously ordering which antibiotic?

What are the anticipated cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) findings consistent with bacterial meningitis?

A 6 week old infant presents to the ED with a 2-3 day history of poor feeding, decreased wet diapers, and increased sleepiness. On exam you note tacky mucous membranes and a bulging fontanelle. Mom reports the baby has had a fever for the last 2 days that has not really improved with Tylenol. She reports that the baby was born term via vaginal delivery and was discharged home on DOL 2 along with mom. Baby stays at home with mom, has no siblings and no known sick contacts.  Which of the following diagnosis is highest on your differential?

What is the suspected diagnosis for the child with viral URI and gait disturbance in the previous question?

You are seeing a 16 y/o with known HIV who is generally compliant with their antiviral therapy, maybe misses a dose a couple times a month. Vital Signs include Temp 38.2, HR 92, BP 112/74, RR 32, pulse oximetry 87%. Chief complaint is persistent nonproductive cough for the last 2-3 weeks. On lung exam you appreciate fine crackles bilaterally and  tachypnea. You obtain a chest x-ray that shows bilateral, diffuse, ground glass opacities. Which is the most likely cause of infection in this patient?  

What is generally thought of as the primary determinant of oxygenation when mechanically ventilated? 

The volume of a rectangular prism (solid) is given by the formula below.  Compute the volume of the given prism.  Assume all the data in the graphic are measurements and include the correct units in your answer. (Use significant figures.) Recall that xn = x^n.

You are caring for a 2 year old with status epilepticus who is being loaded with fosphenytoin. What is the appropriate time to obtain a level to help guide your dosing and assess if you have reached therapeutic range ?

Which of the following is true about febrile seizures? 

Choose which ventilator adjustment will improve ventilation as opposed to improving oxygenation.