Respiratory Tract Infections Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common cold caused by?
A
- Rhinoviruses
- Coronaviruses
- Adenoviruses
2
Q
What are the symptoms of the common cold?
A
- Sore throat
- runny nose
- sneezing
- cough
- fever
- headache
- sore eyes
3
Q
What are the treatments of the common cold?
A
- Analgesis
- Nasal Decongestants
- Throat Lozenges
4
Q
What do the terms genetic drift and shift mean?
A
- Point mutations (Antigenic drift,epidemics,seasonal)
- Genetic reassortment (Completely new strain, antigenic shift, pandemic, few times a century)
5
Q
What organisms can cause pharyngitis?
A
- Viruses
- Streptococcus Pyogenes
- Diphtheria bacteria
6
Q
What is the pathophysiology of Croup (Acute viral laryngo-tracheobronchitis)?
A
- Inflammation/Oedema of larynx and trachea
- Subglottic. region prone to obstruction
7
Q
What are the causes of community acquired pneumonia?
A
- Streptococcus Pneumoniae
- Influenza
8
Q
What tests should be carried out for pneumonia?
A
- Sputum
- Blood cultures
- Serum
- Urine
- Throat Swab
9
Q
What can cause Exacerbations of COPD?
A
- Bacterial/Viral infection
- Cold
- Allergens
10
Q
What tests should be carried out for Exacerbations of COPD?
A
- Blood cultures
- Urinary antigen test
- Sputum
11
Q
What is the treatment for COPD exacerbation?
A
- Oxygen therapy
- Doxycycline/Amoxicillin
- Bronchodilators
- Corticosteroids
- Hydration/nutrition
