Rhinosinusitis Flashcards
Rhinosinusitis (Rhino refers to the nose), also referred to as sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. What is the estimated incidence of acute Rhinosinusitis?
1 - 2.5 cases per 100,000
2 - 25 cases per 100,000
3 - 250 cases per 100,000
4 - 2500 cases per 100,000
4 - 2500 cases per 100,000
Rhinitis = inflammation of the lining of the nose (allergic vs non-allergic)
Rhinosinusitis: Inflammation of the lining of the nose and paranasal sinuses
Rhinosinusitis, also referred to as sinusitis is inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. What age does acute Rhinosinusitis peak at?
1 - 10-20
2 - 20-30
3 - 40-50
4 - >75
3 - 40-50
Is Rhinosinusitis more common in men or women?
- equal in both
How long does acute Rhinosinusitis typically last for?
1 - 24h
2 - 7 days
3 - 2 weeks
4 - 4 weeks
4 - 4 weeks
How long does sub-acute Rhinosinusitis typically last for?
1 - 7 days
2 - 2 weeks
3 - 1 month
4 - 1-3 months
4 - 1-3 months
How long does chronic Rhinosinusitis typically last for?
1 - >4 weeks
2 - >2 months
3 - >4 months
4 - >6 months
3 - >4 months
What is the time frame for Rhinosinusitis to be defined as acute?
1 - <2 weeks
2 - <4 weeks
3 - <8 weeks
4 - <12 weeks
4 - <12 weeks
Chronic is >12 weeks
All of the following are paranasal sinuses that help amplify your voice, if blocked your voice sound changes. Which of the following are above the eyes?
1 - frontal sinuses
2 - ethmoidal sinuses
3 - sphenoidal sinuses
4 - maxillary sinuses
1 - frontal sinuses
All of the following are paranasal sinuses that help amplify your voice, if blocked your voice sound changes. Which of the following are below the eyes?
1 - frontal sinuses
2 - ethmoidal sinuses
3 - sphenoidal sinuses
4 - maxillary sinuses
4 - maxillary sinuses
All of the following are paranasal sinuses that help amplify your voice, if blocked your voice sound changes. Which of the following are behind the eyes?
1 - frontal sinuses
2 - ethmoidal sinuses
3 - sphenoidal sinuses
4 - maxillary sinuses
2 - ethmoidal sinuses
All of the following are paranasal sinuses that help amplify your voice, if blocked your voice sound changes.Which of the following are above the pharynx and infront of the ears?
1 - frontal sinuses
2 - ethmoidal sinuses
3 - sphenoidal sinuses
4 - maxillary sinuses
3 - sphenoidal sinuses
Are paranasal sinuses typically sterile or non-sterile?
- sterile
Which 2 of the following sinuses are most commonly affected in rhinosinusitis?
1 - ethmoid
2 - frontal
3 -sphenoidal
4 - maxillary
1 - ethmoid
4 - maxillary
The nasal cavity is lined by hairs that are lined by mucus. Which of the following is not a characteristic of mucus?
1 - salty
2 - sticky
3 - lysozyme containing
4 - macrophage containing
4 - macrophage containing
- lysozyme are enzymes able to degrade pathogens
- mucus collects dust, pollen and pathogens
Which of the following is a function of the paranasal sinuses?
1 - echo our voice
2 - goblet cells that produce mucus to trap pathogens and foreign particles
3 - circulate, moisten and warm air
4 - columnar cells with cilia that can move mucus and foreign bodies
5 - all of the above
5 - all of the above