A Small Child Presents to the Pediatric Office with a Reddened

question 36

Multiple Choice

A small child presents to the pediatric office with a reddened sclera, itchy eyes, and a watery, clear discharge from the affected eye. The most likely diagnosis is

• A) bacterial conjunctivitis.
• B) viral conjunctivitis.
• C) trachoma.
• D) either bacterial conjunctivitis or trachoma; further tests are needed.
• E) cannot be distinguished between bacterial or viral conjunctivitis so antibiotic treatment is given regardless.

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