Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Flashcards
What are the common viruses that cause infections in the upper respiratory tract?
Adenovirus, Influenza A/B, Para’flu 1/3, RSV and Rhinovirus
What are the common bacteria that cause infections in the upper respiratory tract?
H. influenzae, M. catarrhalis, S. aureus, S. pyogenes and S. pneumoniae
What is the main complication of rhinitis?
It can be a prodrome to other illnesses including pneumonia, meningitis and septicaemia
On average, how long would you expect a runny nose to last?
10-12 days
What are the signs and symptoms of Otitis Media?
Fever, pain and a bulging eardrum which is red and inflammed
What would be the treatment of Otitis Media?
Analgesia (No antibiotics)
On average, how long would you expect Otitis Media to last?
4 days
What investigation might you do for someone with tonsillitis or pharyngitis?
Throat swab
What is the treatment for tonsillitis/pharyngitis?
Either nothing or 10 days penicillin (not amoxicillin)
On average, how long would you expect a sore throat to last?
2-3 days
What are the signs/symptoms of croup?
Coryza, stridor, hoarse voice and a ‘barking cough’
What is the treatment for croup?
Oral dexamethasone
What are the signs of epiglottitis?
Stridor and drooling
What is the treatment for epiglottitis?
Intubation and antibiotics
What is the pathogen that causes croup?
Para’flu 1
