Acutely Unwell Child Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of acute illness in children?
A
Sepsis
2
Q
Which body system does sepsis usually manifest?
A
Respiratory
3
Q
Which type of pathogen is suually responsible for sepsis in children?
A
Virus
4
Q
What is bronchiolitis?
A
Acute inflammatory injury of bronchioles
(most commonly caused by RSV)
5
Q
By which other name does is croup known?
A
Laryngotracheobronchitis
6
Q
Which respiratory condition has a characteristic barking cough in children?
A
Croup
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