Childhood respiratory disease Flashcards
1
Q
Why is a baby more likely to develop infant respiratory distress syndrome if it is born prematurely?
A
Surfactant is not produced until 30-32 weeks
2
Q
What treatment is used to stimulate production of surfactant in neonates born with infant respiratory distress syndrome?
A
Steroids
3
Q
What is a risk factor for development of pneumothorax in neonates?
A
Ventilation
Respiratory distress syndrome
4
Q
How is the diagnosis of asthma made in children?
A
One or more: wheeze, cough, chest tightness, difficulty breathing
History (personal/family) of atopy
Widespread wheeze on auscultation
Response to treatment
5
Q
What is croup?
A
Viral laryngotracheobronchitis
6
Q
What is the presentation of croup?
A
Stridor
Barking cough
7
Q
What is the treatment of croup?
A
Oral steriods
