Other respiratory topic

Question 1

Facts about cystic fibrosis

Answer 1

Genetic disorder affecting the lungs, pancreas, liver, intestine and reproductive organ

Question 2

First line tx for CF

Answer 2

Dornase alfa via nebuliser

Question 3

Other tx of Cystic fibrosis

Answer 3

Mannitol dry powder if Dornase alfa unsuitable
Abx for oubg function

Question 4

Tx for cough and congestion

Answer 4

Eucalyptus oil
Menthol crystals in warm water
Breath in towel over your head
Warm water can scald skin

Question 5

Cough could be a symptom of..

Answer 5

Asthma /COPD
GORD

Question 6

Tx of palliative care cough

Answer 6

Diamorphine and methadone
Morphine is preferred