Resp Tract Infections Flashcards

1
Q

Common cold

A

Coryza

Adenovirus, Rhinovirus

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2
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Sore throat

A

Pharyngitis

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3
Q

Epiglottis

A

Can be life threatening if causes obstruction

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4
Q

Sinusitis

A

Often preceded by cold

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5
Q

Diptheria

A

Can be life threatening due to toxic production

Shown by pseudomembrane

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6
Q

Acute bronchitis

A

Productive cough
Fever and wheeze
Normal CXR and chest examination

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7
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Acute exacerbation of COPD

A

More productive cough

Increased breathlessness and wheeze

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8
Q

Respiratory Distres

A

Wheeze
Coarse crackles
Cyanosed
Ankle oedema

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