Bronchiolitis Flashcards
1
Q
Epidemiology
A
Winter epidemics
90% 1-9 months
Uncommon after 3 years
2
Q
Aetiology
A
80% RSV
Parainfluenza, Rhinovirus, Adenovirus, Influenza
3
Q
Clinical features
A
Coryzal symptoms first
Dry cough Increasing dyspnoea Tachycardia, tachpnoea Hyperinflation Fine end inspiratory crackles High pitched wheeze
4
Q
Investigation
A
Pulse oximetry
X ray and ABG only if suspected resp failure
5
Q
Treatment
A
Supportive
Humidified O2
Fluids NG/IV
Recovery for most infants in 2 weeks
