Common Cold Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
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Term used to describe a milf, self-limiting viral upper resp tract infection
2
Q
What group of people is common cold most commonly found in - 1
A
Children
3
Q
Presentation - 6
A
Nasal stuffiness
nasal discharge
sneezing
sore throat
cough
general malaise
4
Q
Causative organism
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Rhinovirus is most common cause.
5
Q
Mechanism of transmission (2)
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direct contatc or through aerosols
6
Q
Investigations and diagnosis
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Diagnosis is made based on clinical examination and history
7
Q
Management - 2
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- if pt has co-morbiditiy putting them at more risk, arrange a follow up
- Supportive treatment, rest, fluids, paracetamol and reassure that it is self-limiting.
8
Q
Complications - 3
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Sinusitis
Lower resp tract infections e.g. acute bronchitis, asthma exacerbation, COPD
Otitis media
9
Q
Differentials - 6
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Meningitis - stiff neck, photophobia, rash
Upper airway obstruction
Nasal foreign body
COVID-19
Flu
Strep pharyngitis
