Clinical Features of Asthma in Adults and Children Flashcards
What are the common symptoms of asthma when exacerbated?
Wheeze
Cough
Shortness of breath
What are the common symptoms of asthma when exacerbated?
Wheeze
Cough
Shortness of breath
What are the 5 settings of asthma?
- infant onset
- childhood onset
- adult onset
- excertional asthma
- occupation asthma
What predisposing factors may make someone susceptible to developing asthma?
- genetic factors
- inherently abnormal lung
- early onset atopy
Is asthma a consistent or inconsistent disease?
Inconsistent
Why might asthma be difficult to diagnose?
There is no specific asthma test
What is the “must have” symptom in order for asthma to be diagnosed?
A wheeze
What changes are there in the airways in asthma?
Bronchoconstriction
Airway wall thickening
Luminal secretions
What sounds may be heard when breathing that can distinguish between asthma or another condition?
Rattle
Stridor
Stertor
Shortness of breath at rest indicates what percentage of lung function?
Give a trigger of asthma
- URTI (commonly Rhinovirus)
- exercise
- allergens
- cold air
- emotion
Give a trigger of asthma
- URTI (commonly Rhinovirus)
- exercise
- allergens
- cold air
- emotion
What are the 5 settings of asthma?
- infant onset
- childhood onset
- adult onset
- excertional asthma
- occupation asthma
What predisposing factors may make someone susceptible to developing asthma?
- genetic factors
- inherently abnormal lung
- early onset atopy
Is asthma a consistent or inconsistent disease?
Inconsistent
Why might asthma be difficult to diagnose?
There is no specific asthma test
What is the “must have” symptom in order for asthma to be diagnosed?
A wheeze
Bacterial bronchitis is a condition that may be mistaken for asthma, what are its clinical features?
- recurrent wet cough
- “Darth Vader” like breathing
- palpable fremitus
- an otherwise well child
What sounds may be heard when breathing that can distinguish between asthma or another condition?
Rattle
Stridor
Stertor
Shortness of breath at rest indicates what percentage of lung function?
What features are present in an asthmatic cough?
Dry
Non-productive
Nocturnal
Exertional
Give a trigger of asthma
- URTI (commonly Rhinovirus)
- exercise
- allergens
- cold air
- emotion
Does atopy cause asthma?
No
What features of personal history are important in diagnosing asthma?
Allergies
Family history
