A 17-year-old wants to go to New Mexico to ski. In the past he has experienced moderate symptoms of acute mountain sickness (AMS), including headache, nausea, shortness of breath, and sleep disturbance. He has been otherwise healthy.
Which one of the following has been shown to be helpful in minimizing or preventing the symptoms of AMS?
- Fluid restriction
- Furosemide (Lasix)
- Erythromycin (EES)
- Acetazolamide (Diamox)
- ß-Blockers (Propanolol)
AnswerTags:
MCQ, Pediatrics, Altitude Sickness
Category:
Pediatrics MCQs
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