This Decision TreeCalc evaluates the following decision points:
- Are there any non-headache neurologic symptoms?
- Is there fever, chills or cough present?
- Is there any of these: dyspnea, nausea, vomiting, abnormal lung exam?
- Is there any rhinorrhea or sore throat?
Decision Tree end points include:
- Consider health care facility referral for definitive testing and treatment
- Consider discharge home with prophylactic antibiotics / follow up instructions
References
- Hupert N, Bearman GML, Mushlin AI, et al. Accuracy of screening for inhalational Anthrax after a bioterrorist attack. Ann Int Med. 2003; 139:337-345. PubMed ID: 12965942
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