21. Flashcards

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most common cause of bacterial pneumonia

A

streptococcus pneumoniae.

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2
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Cause or acute bronchitis

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usually viral.

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3
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Group A beta hemolytic strep pharyngitis usually causes…

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fever, sore throat, and tender cervical lymphadenopathy.

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4
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Antivirals such as zanamivir, oseltamivir, amantadine, and rimantadine can decrease the duration of influenza symptoms by approximately 24 hours, but they are only recommended when given within the first 48 hours of illness.

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Most of the time, influenza comes with a high fever, cough, headache, and sore throat. The fever lasts for three to five days, however the cough and feeling tired can last longer. Some people will have a cough and still feel tired about two weeks after they were initially sick.

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