bronchitis Flashcards
Which of the following is a common risk factor for acute bronchitis?
A) Diabetes
B) GERD
C) Hypertension
D) Kidney stones
Answer: B) GERD
Common causes of bronchitis
- Cause
- Viral (over 90% of cases)
- Adenovirus
- Influenza
- RSV
- Rhinovirus
- Environmental
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of acute bronchitis?
A) Adenovirus
B) Influenza
C) RSV
D) Streptococcus pneumoniae
Answer: D) Streptococcus pneumoniae
Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with acute bronchitis?
A) Productive cough
B) Severe abdominal pain
C) Severe headache
D) Joint swelling
Answer: A) Productive cough
When is a chest X-ray indicated in the diagnosis of acute bronchitis?
A) In all cases of suspected bronchitis
B) Only if there is high suspicion of pneumonia or heart failure
C) As a routine diagnostic test
D) To diagnose viral infections
Answer: B) Only if there is high suspicion of pneumonia or heart failure
Which of the following non-pharmacologic management strategies is recommended for patients with acute bronchitis?
A) Rest and smoking cessation
B) Increase caffeine intake
C) Engage in heavy exercise
D) Reduce fluid intake
Answer: A) Rest and smoking cessation
Which pharmacologic treatment is recommended for wheezing in acute bronchitis?
A) Antihistamines
B) Bronchodilators
C) Decongestants
D) Antibiotics
Answer: B) Bronchodilators
What should patients with acute bronchitis be educated to avoid to prevent exacerbation of symptoms?
A) Humidification
B) Rest
C) Smoking and respiratory irritants
D) Increased fluid intake
Answer: C) Smoking and respiratory irritants
When should a follow-up be scheduled for a patient with acute bronchitis who is not improving?
A) One month
B) One week
C) Three days
D) Six months
Answer: B) One week
Which of the following is a red flag that may warrant further investigation in a patient with acute bronchitis?
A) Low-grade fever
B) Mild fatigue
C) Tachycardia and asymmetric breath sounds
D) Intermittent cough
Answer: C) Tachycardia and asymmetric breath sounds
What should be considered if a patient with acute bronchitis presents with persistent symptoms despite initial treatment?
A) Continue the same treatment
B) Referral to pulmonology
C) Ignore symptoms and reassess in a month
D) Increase caffeine intake
Answer: B) Referral to pulmonology
Which complication may arise from untreated or severe acute bronchitis?
A) Kidney stones
B) Pneumonia
C) Appendicitis
D) Hypertension
Answer: B) Pneumonia
Which of the following patient education points is important for someone with acute bronchitis?
A) Increase caffeine intake
B) Engage in vigorous exercise
C) Rest and hydrate
D) Avoid humid environments
Answer: C) Rest and hydrate
Which medication is commonly prescribed for a patient with acute bronchitis experiencing wheezing?
A) Antibiotics
B) Bronchodilators
C) Antihistamines
D) Antifungals
Answer: B) Bronchodilators
Which of the following red flags may warrant further investigation in a patient with acute bronchitis?
A) Low-grade fever
B) Persistent cough for 5 days
C) Asymmetric breath sounds
D) Mild fatigue
Answer: C) Asymmetric breath sounds
Which of the following conditions is NOT a differential diagnosis for acute bronchitis?
A) Asthma
B) Pertussis
C) GERD
D) Diabetes mellitus
Answer: D) Diabetes mellitus
What diagnostic test is indicated for a patient with acute bronchitis who presents with high fever and tachypnea?
A) Pulmonary function test
B) MRI
C) Chest X-ray
D) EKG
Answer: C) Chest X-ray
Which of the following environmental factors is a risk for developing acute bronchitis?
A) Cold weather
B) High altitude
C) Air pollution
D) High humidity
Answer: C) Air pollution
Which of the following is a viral cause of acute bronchitis?
A) Streptococcus pneumoniae
B) Adenovirus
C) Haemophilus influenzae
D) Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Answer: B) Adenvirus
Which of the following symptoms would most likely be observed during a physical examination of a patient with acute bronchitis?
A) Prolonged expiration
B) Asymmetric lung sounds
C) Bradycardia
D) Cyanosis
Answer: A) Prolonged expiration
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of acute bronchitis?
A) Productive cough
B) Dyspnea on exertion
C) Severe abdominal pain
D) Chest pain
Answer: C) Severe abdominal pain
pharmacologic interventions for bronchitis
Cough suppressants
* Bronchodilator for wheezing
* ICS for prolonged wheezing
* No antihistamines or
decongestants
* No antibiotics, unless bacteria
Non pharmacological interventions for bronchitis
- Increase fluid intake
- Humidification
- Rest
- Smoking cessation
- Differential diagnosis for bronchitis
- PNA
- Asthma
- Pertussis
- Influenza
