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Sinusitis-Laryngitis Flashcards

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A condition characterized by the inflammation of the mucus membrane lining the sinuses

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Sinusitis

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May either be a bacterial infection or secondary to a viral exposure

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Sinusitis

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What are the two types of Sinusitis?

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Acute sinusitis
Chronic Sinusitis

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What are the most common causes of Acute Sinusitis?

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Allergy and bacterial infection

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Damage to the mucusa of the sinuses are reversible

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Acute sinusitis

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Chronic sinusitis may result from?

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untreated acute sinusitis

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Damage to the mucosa of the sinuses are irreversible

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Chronic Sinusitis

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What are the manifestations of Sinusitis?

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o Facial pain and headache
o Swollen upon inspection and tender upon palpation
o Toothaches if the maxillary sinuses are affected
o Headache for frontal and ethmoid sinuses
o Mucoid nasal discharge
o Nasal congestion
o Orbital edema or edema over the affected sinus
o Pain over the infected sinus
o Cough and sore throat
o Inability to smell
o Lack of appetite
o Fever
o Body malaise
o WBC increased

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What are the two most common presenting symptoms of sinusitis?

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Facial pain and headache

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What are the diagnosis for sinusitis?

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history and physical exam
Sinus X-rays
Computed tomography scanning

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Upon physical examination of patient having sinusitis, what will you do?

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Percussion = tenderness to palpation over the infected sinus area

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The sinuses are percussed using the?

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Transillumination

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This decrease in the transmission of light

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Transillumination

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What is detected during sinus x-rays?

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detect sinus opacity, mucosal thickening, bone destruction, and air-fluid levels.

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It is the most effective diagnostic tool for sinusitis

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computed tomography scanning

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what is the other use of computed tomography scanning?

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used to rule out other local or systemic disorders, such as tumor, fistula, and allergy.

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Treatment fir sinusitis

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o Administration of antibiotics (oral for simple sinusitis and IV for diffused)
o Humidification with a vaporizer to help drain the sinuses

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If the sinusitis does not respond to antibiotics, what surgical intervention may be required?

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Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)

Anthral Irrigation

Caldwell-Luc Surgery

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What surgical intervention for sinusitis uses a fiberoptic endoscope is used to disect nasal tissue?

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FESS

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what are the complications of FESS?

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Complications:
o Nasal bleeding
o Orbital hematoma
o Injury to the optic nerve which may lead to blindness

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What do you call the sharp metal that is inserted through anthrum into the lateral wall of the nose into the sinus, in anthral irrigation?

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trocar

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other term for caldwell-luc surgery?

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radical anthrum surgery

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Caldwell-Luc Surgery is indicated for?

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chronic maxillary sinusitis

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This surgical intervention for sinusitis is done when antibiotic treatment is no longer effective

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Caldwell-Luc Surgery

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During Caldwell-Luc Surgery, what is the point of entry and what does it produce?

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An incision is made under the upper lip (point of entry), above the lateral incisor teeth and part of
the bony anthrum is removed, producing a permanent window allowing drainage and removal of
the deceased mucosa and periosteum

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What are the Nursing Considerations for Sinusitis?

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• Instruct patient not to chew on the affected side until the incision heals
• Instruct client to observe caution when performing oral hygiene
• Instruct client to avoid wearing dentures for about 10 days after the surgery
• Avoid blowing nose for at least 2 weeks
o Avoid sneezing or keep the mouth open when sneezing

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27
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Pharyngitis is commonly known as?

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soar throat

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it is an inflammation of the pharynx, resulting in a sore throat.

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pharyngitis

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29
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This is a symptom rather than a condition

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pharyngitis

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30
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What are the risk factors of pharyngitis?

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Viral and/or bacterial infections
allergies
dry indior air and chronic mouth breathing
muscle strain
GERD

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Manifestations of Pharyngitis

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MANIFESTATIONS
• Sore throat
• Dry, scratchy throat
• Pain when swallowing
• Pain when speaking
• Other symptoms may be present, depending on the cause. These include:
o Fatigue
o Malaise
o muscle aches
o headache and fever — especially with the flu or other viral infections

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Diagnosis of Pharyngitis

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• physical exam
o ex: allow the client to swallow
• laryngoscopy (scope exam in a clinic) to assess for all the possible causes of pharyngitis.

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Treatment for Viral pharyngitis

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❖ salt water gargles
❖ pain relievers
❖ extra fluids to help alleviate the symptoms.

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Treatment for Bacterial pharyngitis

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antibiotics

35
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treatment for fungal pharyngitis

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antifungal medications

36
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it detects what bacteria is causing the infection so they’ll know what kind of antibiotic should be given to the patient.

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culture sensitivity test

37
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predisposing factor of rheumatic heart disease

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GABHS

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treatment for strep throat

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prompt antibiotic therapy

39
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strep throat can sometimes cause?

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kidney problems and rheumatic fever, which can damage the heart
valves.

40
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Inflammation of the vocal cords can alter the way the vocal cords come together and vibrate, causing
voice changes.

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Laryngitis

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Laryngitis can be?

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Acute (short-term) = <3weeks
Chronic (long-term) = >3 weeks

42
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often a mild and self-limiting condition that typically lasts for a period of 3 to 7 days

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Acute laryngitis

43
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is a temporary condition caused by overusing the vocal cords. It can also be caused by an infection

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acute laryngitis

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What are the causes of acute laryngitis?

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o viral infections
o straining your vocal cords by talking or yelling
o bacterial infections
o drinking too much alcohol

45
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What are the viral infections that causes acute laryngitis?

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rhinovirus, parainfluenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus, coronavirus,
adenovirus, and influenza are all potential etiologic agents

46
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The condition lasts for over 3 weeks and is caused by prolonged exposure to one of the risk factors

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Chronic laryngitis

47
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results from long-term exposure to irritants. It’s usually more severe and has longer-lasting effects than acute laryngitis.

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Chronic laryngitis

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What are the causes of chronic laryngitis? and how?

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o frequent exposure to harmful chemicals or allergens
o acid reflux – can damage the larynx
o frequent sinus infections — it travels and affects the adjacent organs
o smoking or being around smokers
o overusing your voice
o low-grade yeast infections caused by frequent use of an asthma inhaler
o Cancer, paralysis of the vocal cords, or changes in vocal cord shape as one age can also cause
persistent hoarseness and sore throats.

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TRUE OR FALSE: Initial symptoms of acute laryngitis are usually “abrupt” in “onset” and “worsen over two or three days”, though may persist up to a week without treatment

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TRUE

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Manifestations of Laryngitis

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o Change in quality of voice, in later stages there may be a complete loss of voice (aphonia)
o Discomfort and pain in the throat, particularly after talking
o Dysphagia, odynophagia (if present, exercise caution - may hint at additional pathology)
o Dry cough
o General symptoms of dryness of throat, malaise, and fever
o Frequent throat-clearing – one sign of throat filling
o Early voice fatigue or loss of vocal range

51
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What are the diagnosis for laryngitis

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History and physical examination
Formal voice analysis and fiberoptic laryngoscopy
Stroboscopy
Imaging or Laboratory Studies
Culture

52
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What diagnosis procedure for laryngitis can be used to confirm the diagnosis in cases that are refractory to treatment or otherwise convoluted?

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Formal voice analysis and fiberoptic laryngoscopy

53
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Stroboscopy reveals what?

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asymmetry, aperiodicity, and reduced mucosal wave
patterns.

54
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This diagnosis procedure for laryngitis are not required unless….

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Imaging or laboratory studies
unless an atypical pathogen or neoplasm are
suspected.

55
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This may be indicated for diagnosis of laryngitis if patient has….

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culture
has exudate in the oropharynx or vocal cords

56
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Treatment/Management of Laryngitis

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Voice Rest
Steam Inhalation
Avoidance of Irritants
Dietary Modification

57
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In laryngitis, this is the single most important factor.

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Voice Rest

58
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Why do use of voice during laryngitis is prohibited?

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it results in incomplete or delayed recovery

59
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What should you instruct the patient if she/he needs to speak?

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use a confidential voice - normal phonatory voice at low volume without whispering or projecting

60
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Inhaling humidified air enhances…

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moisture of the upper airway and helps in the removal of secretions and exudates.

61
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Why should the patient avoid smoking and alcohol if he/she has laryngitis?

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It delays prompt resolution of the disease process

62
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In laryngitis, this treatment/management is recommended for patients with GERD?

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dietary restriction

63
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For patients with laryngitis, when he/she is advised for dietary restriction, what should be avoided?

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caffeinated drinks
spicy foods
Fatty foods
chocolate
peppermint
avoidance of late meals - have meal at least 3 hours before sleeping

also advice patient to drink plenty of water

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Medications for laryngitis

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antibiotics
oral antifungal agents
Mucolytics
lifestyle and dietary modification
anti-reflux medications

65
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TRUE OR FALSE: Antibiotics prescription for an otherwise healthy patient with acute laryngitis is currently unsupported; however for high-risk patients and patients with severe symptoms antibiotics may be given.

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True

66
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For patients with laryngitis, if there is a presence of identifiable gram stain and culture, what should be given as medication?

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narrow-spectrum antibiotics

67
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For patients with fungal laryngitis, what medication should be given?

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oral antifungal agents (fluconazole)

68
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For how many weeks oral antifungal agents is required?

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for 3 weeks period, and may be repeated if needed

69
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Oral antifungal agents as medication for fungal laryngitis should be reserved for patients with….

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confirmed fungal infection via “laryngeal examination and/or culture”

70
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For patients with laryngitis, what will you give to clear secretions?

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Mucolytics (gauifenesin)

71
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anti reflux medications is indicated for..

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patients with LPR-related laryngitis

72
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what medications suppress acid production and is effective against GERD?

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H2 receptor and proton pump blocking agents

73
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what is the most effective medication for LPR

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proton pump inhibitors

74
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How many doses is required for proton pump inhibitors to be effective?

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require higher dose or twice-daily dosing

75
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Give Nursing Diagnosis for Inflammatory disorders

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• Ineffective airway clearance related to excessive mucus production secondary to retained secretions and
inflammation
• Acute pain related to upper airway irritation secondary to an infection
• Impaired verbal communication related to physiologic changes and upper airway irritation secondary to
infection or swelling
• Deficient fluid volume related to increased fluid loss secondary to diaphoresis associated with a fever
• Deficient knowledge regarding prevention of upper respiratory infections, treatment regimen, surgical
procedure, or postoperative care

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