acute bronchitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is acute bronchitis
A
inflammation of the bronchi due to infection
2
Q
what is acute bronchitis caused by
A
90% are viral
3
Q
describe the pathophysiology of acute bronchitis
A
infection irritates and inflames the bronchi
leads to increased mucus production therefore productive cough
4
Q
describe the clinical presentation of acute bronchitis
A
productive cough
normal chest exam, may have aa transient wheeze
fever in minority of cases
5
Q
describe the management of acute bronchitis
A
supportive
