Acute Bronchitis - URTI Flashcards
What are the most common respiratory viruses that could cause acute bronchitis?
- Rhinovirus
- Common cold
- Coronavirus (non-Covid-19)
- Adenovirus
- Influenza
- RSV
What are the most common bacterial pathogens that could cause acute bronchitis?
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae
- Chlamydia pneumoniae
- Bordetella pertussis
What is the common clinical presentation for acute bronchitis?
- Cough
- Rhonchi
- Bilateral rales
- Chest radiograph is usually normal
- HA, malaise
- Fever
What is the hallmark clinical presentation of acute bronchitis?
Cough; starts as non-productive to mucopurulent sputum producing cough
(T/F) - Supportive care is needed for acute bronchitis before administering antibiotics
TRUE
Supportive care treatments include:
- APAP
- Ibuprofen
- Dextromethorphan
- Codeine
- Nasal decongestants
(T/F) - Antibiotics are discouraged for routine use
TRUE
Which patients should be considered antibiotics for acute bronchitis?
Persistent fever or respiratory Sx > 4-6 days
What are the antibiotic options for acute bronchitis?
- Azithromycin
- Clarithromycin
- Erythromycin (E-mycin)
- Levofloxacin
- Moxifloxacin
Which antibiotic is most commonly used for acute bronchitis?
Azithromycin
Which antibiotic does not cover pseudomonas?
Moxifloxacin
