Lower respiratory tract infections - children

Question 1

what bronchiolitis?

Answer 1

inflammation of the bronchioles

Question 2

explain the management of bronchiolitis?

Answer 2

oxygen therapy
fluid management
avoidance of unnecessary handling and respiratory support

Question 3

what is pertussis also known as?

Answer 3

whooping cough

Question 4

what can reduce the risk of pertussis?

Answer 4

vaccination

Question 5

what are the signs of pertussis?

Answer 5

vomiting, colour change, coughing fits

Question 6

what is the treatment of pertussis?

Answer 6

antimicrobial agents

chemoprophylaxis

Question 7

what is an empyema?

Answer 7

it is the collection of pus in a cavity in the body, especially the pleural cavity

Question 8

what is a complication of pneumonia?

Answer 8

empyema

Question 9

what is tracheitis?

Answer 9

inflammation of the trachea, usually secondary to a nose or throat infection

Question 10

what are symptoms of lower respiratory tract infections?

Answer 10

shortness of breath, weakness, fever, coughing and fatigue