Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) involves which defects? Select all that apply.
Right ventricular hypertrophy
Left ventricular hypertrophy
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
Pulmonary stenosis (PS)
Overriding aorta
Correct Answer : A,D,E,F
A. Right ventricular hypertrophy is part of the pathophysiology of TOF, resulting from the increased workload on the right ventricle due to pulmonary stenosis.
B. Left ventricular hypertrophy is not part of TOF; the condition primarily affects the right ventricle.
C. Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is not a characteristic of TOF, although it may be present in some cases, it's not part of the primary defects.
D. Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a primary defect in TOF, which allows blood to mix between the left and right ventricles.
E. Pulmonary stenosis (PS) is a key feature of TOF, causing right-sided obstruction.
F. Overriding aorta occurs when the aorta is positioned directly over the VSD, receiving blood from both the right and left ventricles.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Croup is a viral infection that typically presents with a barking cough and stridor, rather than difficulty swallowing and excessive drooling.
B. Epiglottitis is a life-threatening condition characterized by sudden onset of fever, drooling, difficulty swallowing, and difficulty speaking (dysphonia). It is a medical emergency and often caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B.
C. Bronchiolitis is usually caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and presents with wheezing, cough, and respiratory distress but not typically with drooling or difficulty swallowing.
D. Laryngotracheobronchitis (another name for croup) also presents with a barking cough and stridor but does not cause difficulty swallowing or drooling.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Transposition of The Great Arteries involves abnormal positioning of the arteries, leading to systemic and pulmonary circulations being disconnected, rather than increased pulmonary blood flow.
B. Coarctation of the Aorta is a narrowing of the aorta that can cause increased pressure in the upper extremities but does not involve increased pulmonary blood flow.
C. Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) is a condition where the ductus arteriosus fails to close, causing increased blood flow to the lungs, leading to pulmonary overcirculation.
D. Tetralogy of Fallot leads to decreased pulmonary blood flow due to pulmonary stenosis and right ventricular hypertrophy.
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