Resp Tract Infections Flashcards
1
Q
Common cold
A
Coryza
Adenovirus, Rhinovirus
2
Q
Sore throat
A
Pharyngitis
3
Q
Epiglottis
A
Can be life threatening if causes obstruction
4
Q
Sinusitis
A
Often preceded by cold
5
Q
Diptheria
A
Can be life threatening due to toxic production
Shown by pseudomembrane
6
Q
Acute bronchitis
A
Productive cough
Fever and wheeze
Normal CXR and chest examination
7
Q
Acute exacerbation of COPD
A
More productive cough
Increased breathlessness and wheeze
8
Q
Respiratory Distres
A
Wheeze
Coarse crackles
Cyanosed
Ankle oedema