Chapter 9: Diseases and Conditions of the Respiratory System: Screenings

Question 1

What is the screenings of Common Cold/Upper Respiratory Traction Infection

Answer 1

symptoms of a cold that are prolonged or accompanied by fever, chest pain, stiff neck, etc.

Question 2

What is the screenings of Sinusitis

Answer 2

symptoms of acute sinusitis seek medical attention as soon as possible

Question 3

What is the screenings of Pharyngitis

Answer 3

persistent sore throat with systemic symptoms be seen by physician

Question 4

What is the screenings of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma

Answer 4

neck mass or related symptoms seek immediate appointment

Question 5

What is the screenings of Laryngitis

Answer 5

immediate medical attention if traumatic; swelling in throat or difficulty breathing need immediately attention

Question 6

What is the screenings of Deviated Septum

Answer 6

unless severe may not be noted until routine exam

Question 7

What is the screenings of Nasal Polyps

Answer 7

symptoms of allergic rhinitis and/or sinusitis found in nose

Question 8

What is the screenings of Anosmia

Answer 8

complaining of prlonged, unexplained loss of smell

Question 9

What is the screenings of Epistaxis (Nosebleed)

Answer 9

if bleeding doesn’t stop ten minutes after constant pressure it is an emergency

Question 10

What is the screenings of Tumors of the Larynx

Answer 10

persistent hoarseness lasting longer than 2 weeks requires medical evaluation

Question 11

What is the screenings of Laryngeal Cancer

Answer 11

persistent hoarseness lasting longer than 2 weeks requires medical evaluation

Question 12

What is the screenings of Hemoptysis

Answer 12

blood of unknown origin in the sputum is a symptom that requires medical attention

Question 13

What is the screenings of Atelectasis

Answer 13

severe dyspnea seek medical attention

Question 14

What is the screenings of Pulmonary Embolism

Answer 14

symptoms that mimic heart attack; angina and SOB

Question 15

What is the screenings of Pneumonia

Answer 15

cough, fever, SOB; cold symptoms with fever and tachypnea

Question 16

What is the screenings of Pulmonary Abscess

Answer 16

bloody and/or foul-smelling sputum and chest discomfort indicate serious respiratory infection

Question 17

What is the screenings of Legionellosis (Legionnaires’ Disease and Pontiac Fever)

Answer 17

malaise, fatigue, flulike symptoms that progress to be more severe seek attention

Question 18

What is the screenings of Respiratory Syncytial Virus

Answer 18

infants with symptoms of lower respiratory tract infection require medical attention

Question 19

What is the screenings of Histoplasmosis

Answer 19

having above symptoms be seen immediately

Question 20

What is the screenings of Influenza

Answer 20

if severe prompt appointment

Question 21

What is the screenings of Acute and Chronic Bronchitis

Answer 21

persistent, productive cough advised to seek medical care especially with purulent sputum

Question 22

What is the screenings of Bronchiectasis

Answer 22

highly productive cough for clinical exam

Question 23

What is the screenings of Pulmonary Emphysema

Answer 23

insidious onset of difficult breathing, wheezing, and/or persistent coughing should be given the first appointment

Question 24

What is the screenings of Pneumoconiosis

Answer 24

cough over a period of months and dyspnea require clinical evaluation

Question 25

What is the screenings of Pleurisy (Pleuritis)

Answer 25

significant pain with inspiration calls for medical treatment

Question 26

What is the screenings of Pneumothorax

Answer 26

crisis of symptoms immediate emergency care

Question 27

What is the screenings of Hemothorax

Answer 27

life threatening and requires emergency medical care

Question 28

What is the screenings of Flail Chest

Answer 28

medical emergency and may be life threatening

Question 29

What is the screenings of Pulmonary Tuberculosis

Answer 29

persistent cough with blood tinged or purulent sputum

Question 30

What is the screenings of Infectious Mononucleosis: Epstein-Barr Virus Infection

Answer 30

complaints of fever, sore throat, fatigue, and swollen glands (usually teenager or young adult)

Question 31

What is the screenings of Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Answer 31

sudden onset of respiratory distress is medical emergency

Question 32

What is the screenings of Sarcoidosis

Answer 32

insidious and can have range of symptoms

Question 33

What is the screenings of Lung Cancer

Answer 33

chronic cough for long period of time