Upper Respiratory Infection

Question 1

How long do sx of URI last?

Answer 1

<4 weeks, normally around <10 days

Question 2

Sx of URI

Answer 2

• clear rhinorrhea
• nasal congestion
• malaise
• cough

Question 3

What is the most frequent acute illness in the US and throughout the entire industrialized world?

Answer 3

• URI “Common Cold”

Question 4

What is the incubation period of URI?

Answer 4

24-72hours

Question 5

Treatment of URI

Answer 5

• Symptomatic treatment
• Acetaminophen 325mg 1-2 tab q4-6hrs prn
• Pseudoephedrine 60mg q4-6hrs max 240mg per day
• Oxymetazoline (afrin) 2-3 sprays for at most 3 days