part 1

Question 1

the UR tract includes

Answer 1

nose and sinuses
mouth, pharynx
and larynx

Question 2

are considered lower airway structure but are frequently involved in upper airway condition

Answer 2

larynx below the vocal cord and the trachea

Question 3

URI include

Answer 3

viral and bacterial infection= cold
flu
pharyngitis
rhino sinusitis 
epiglottis 
larynogotracheitis
pertussis

Question 4

the common cold acute viral rhinitis is

Answer 4

an inflammation of the nose and upper respiratory

Question 5

other name for a cold include

Answer 5

nasopharyngitis
rhinophayngitis
acute coryza
and head cold

Question 6

The common cold usually starts with these symptoms.

Answer 6

usually starts with a mild sore throat or a hot, dry, prickly sensation in the nose and back of the throat.

Question 7

Within hours after the onset of a cold, the nose becomes congested with these symptoms
is there elevation In temp

Answer 7

increased secretions

the eyes begin to water

sneezing

malaise and an irritating,

nonproductive cough appear.

no but if it does it would be a low grade fever less than 101

Question 8

How many days will a cold last?

How many days will it take before all symptoms are gone?

Answer 8

Cold will last 7-11 days,

may take up to 14 days before all symptoms are gone

Question 9

the use of zinc is used to decrease

Answer 9

the recovery time from a cold

Question 10

is there a cold for the common cold

and what are the treatment of allergic rhinitis

Answer 10

no

is symptomatic Antihistamine, steroid, sprays

Question 11

Echinacea,
goldenseal 
herb
mineral
vitamins
amino acids

Answer 11

are taken at the first sign of a cold and are believed to boost the body’s immune response

Question 12

should taken at the first sign of a cold and are believed to boost the body’s immune response

Answer 12

Echinacea,
goldenseal 
herb
mineral
vitamins
amino acids

Question 13

A major goal in the care of a common cold is to prevent what?

Answer 13

prevent of a secondary bacterial infection.

Question 14

A person with a cold is contagious for about how many days ?

Answer 14

3 days after symptoms first appear.

Question 15

Colds are spread by

Answer 15

droplet infection.

Question 16

mild nonprescription analgesic can help w/ ?

Answer 16

relieve the muscle aches and headache of a cold

Question 17

what type med can have a rebound effect leaving a what ?

Answer 17

Decongestants nose drop
spray containing vasoconstriction such as oxymetazoline

leaving the nose stuffier if used more than 3 day

Question 18

vasoconstriction such as oxymetazoline do what

Answer 18

relief of nasal congestion

Question 19

Immune function in older adults is decreased, and they are therefore more at risk

and they should be encourage to do what ?

If a cold develops, an older person is more likely to?

Answer 19

for contracting a cold or upper respiratory infection.

• They should be encouraged to stay away from people who have such infections.
• and Encourage increased fluid intake and lots of rest until the cold symptoms are completely cleared.

develop a secondary infection.

Question 20

Commonly Prescribed Drugs for Allergic Rhinitis and Sinusitis are ?

Answer 20

Antihistamines
Corticosteroid sprays
Mast cell stabilizer
Decongestants

Question 21

Aspirin should not be given to children younger than because of what ?

Adults taking anticoagulants or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take aspirin because ?

Answer 21

18 years of age because aspirin has an association with Reye’s syndrome.

because aspirin will further prolong the clotting time.

Question 22

frequent use of saline nasal spray decrease what

antibiotic are not given because ?

Answer 22

congestion w/out side effect

a cold os a viral infecton

Question 23

a bacterial infection require what ?

and when is it likely to present

Answer 23

medical treatment

• when a cold is persistent for more than 7 to 10 days w/out improvement
• and if the pt begins to feel worse has temp of 101
• develop chest pain or cough up purulent sputum

Question 24

is an inflammation of the mucosal lining of the sinuses

Answer 24

Sinusitis

Question 25

is preferred term because the nasal mucosa is almost always inflamed along w/ the sinuses

Answer 25

rhinosinusitis

Question 26

what are the most common of rhinosinusitis

Answer 26

viral infection

Question 27

what causes of sinusitis

Answer 27

Causes include infection that has spread from the nasal passages to the sinuses and blockage of normal sinus drainage routes.

Question 28

occurs from repeated inflammation of the nasal mucosa and tissue growth that obstruct airflow

Answer 28

polyps

Question 29

s/s of sinusitis

Answer 29

exudate accumulates= pain
tenderness over the sinuses 
purulent drainage from the nose
nasal obstruction
nonproductive cough
upper teeth pain

Question 30

what are usually the infecting organisms of sinusitis.

Answer 30

Pneumococci, streptococci, or Haemophilus influenzae

Question 31

A deviated septum or nasal polyps can contribute to blockage of

Answer 31

the nasal passages.

Question 32

People with a deviated nasal septum or allergy problems tend

Answer 32

to have recurrent sinusitis.

Question 33

Treatment for sinusitis

what should you promote ?

what should you control ?

what should you prevent ?

Answer 33

Relieve pain,

promote sinus drainage,

control infection,

prevent recurrence.

Hot moist packs over the sinus area can be helpful.

Question 34

Treatment for sinusitis continue
Inhaling moist steam help w what ?

what should you keep near ?

Answer 34

Inhaling moist steam thins secretions and helps to promote drainage.

Kits for sinus irrigation are available at drugstores and seem to help.

Question 35

Medications for sinusitis are prescribed to promote

what med can also be used ?

Infection may be treated with what ?

Answer 35

vasoconstriction, reduce swelling, and promote drainage

Decongestants also may be used.

an antibiotic or anti-infective agent, often for at least 10 days.

Question 36

treatment for sinusitis also includes

Answer 36

Rest, reduced stress, a balanced diet, and control of allergies can help prevent recurrence.

Analgesics are given for pain.

Fluid intake should be increased and dairy product intake lowered to decrease the thickness of secretions.

Question 37

acute or chronic sinus infection can cause what type of problems

when sinus infection is chronic what may be necessary

and how is a polyps can be removed

Answer 37

septicemia
meningitis
brain abscess

surgery

endoscopically