13: 6-year-old female with chronic cough Flashcards
1
Q
What time is an asthmatic, sinusitic, or allergic cough worst?
A
At night
2
Q
What is the common sequence of TB?
A
Hilar adenopathy, focal hyperinflation and then atelectasis
3
Q
The hallmark of TB is a primary _______?
A
Complex (large size of hilar LAD)
4
Q
What are Dennie-Morgan lines?
A
Creases under the eyes due to intermittent edema caused by allergies
5
Q
Which gender has a higher prevalence of asthma?
A
Males
6
Q
Which type of asthma: nighttime awakening <2x/month?
A
Intermittent
7
Q
What’s the treatment for intermittent asthma?
A
SABA as needed
8
Q
Stridor is seen in which disorder?
A
Croup
9
Q
What are the 3 most common allergens?
A
- House dust mites
- Animal dander
- Cockroaches
10
Q
What’s the FEV1/FVC in asthma and CF?
A
Low; though both parts are decreased
