Bronchiolitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is the pathogen most commonly seen in bronchiolitis?
A
respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
2
Q
what is bronchiolitis characterised by?
A
acute bronchiolar inflammation
3
Q
what is the peak incidence of bronchiolitis?
A
3-6 months (90% are 1-9 months)
4
Q
why is the prevalence of bronchiolitis less in neonates?
A
maternal IgG protects against RSV
5
Q
what are the features of bronchiolitis?
A
coryzal symptoms precede:
* dry cough
* SOB
* wheezing, fine inspiratory crackles
* feeding difficulties
6
Q
what investigation can be done in bronchiolitis?
A
immunofluorescence of nasopharyngeal secretions may show RSV
7
Q
what is the management of bronchiolitis?
A
supportive
* O2 <92% = oxygen
* nasogastric feeding
* suction
