UTI Flashcards
1
Q
how does UTI present in a neonate?
A
sepsis, poor feeding, irritability, more wet nappies
2
Q
regarding more wet nappies, what is it important to establish?
A
HOW many more wet nappies
3
Q
if they are less than 3 months - how do you treat
A
as if they are septic (IV amox and gent)
4
Q
what could happen to kidneys due to recurrent UTI?
A
renal scarring
5
Q
if over 3 months - tx?
A
trimethoprim or nitrofurentoin
6
Q
if its an upper?
A
IV amox and gent
7
Q
who should get an ultrasound?
A
all children under 3 months and all children over 6 months who suffer recurrent infections
