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PREFINAL EXAMINATIONS-OSCE QUESTIONS What value is measured for prognosis of Dengue? Hematocrit volume of red blood cells compared to the total blood volume How do you measure hematocrit? Blood sample is centrifuged - 3layers are formed plasma, buffy coat, packed red cells How do you measure hypovolemia by blood pressure cuff? Ortho static hypotension fall in blood pressure reduction in systolic blood pressure of at least 20 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure of 10 mmHg What is the role of measurement of daily input and output? One of the complications of dengue is dehydration which, if not carefully monitored and treated, may lead to shock, particularly in those with dengue haemorrhagic fever Mangement of dengue There are no definitive curative medications for dengue; management is supportive. Judicious fluid resuscitation during the critical phase of dengue is the cornerstone of management. Crystalloids are the initial fluid of choice. Prophylactic platelet transfusion is not re