Upper Respiratory Tract Infections Flashcards
What organs make up the upper respiratory tract?
- sinuses
- middle ear
- pharynx
- epiglottis
- larynx
What organs make up the lower respiratory tract?
- bronchi
- bronchioles
- alveoli
what symptomatic relief remedies are available for common viral colds?
- rest
- hydration
- analgesics
- antipyretics
What over the counter remedies are available for common viral colds?
- sympathomimetics (produce similar effects to sympathetic nervous system)
- anti-histamines
- cough syrups
- caffeine
what are the three types of flu viruses?
A, B and C
How regularly must one receive the flu vaccine and why?
every year as the virus mutates rapidly
which antibiotic is used as the first line treatment of COPD exacerbation?
amoxicillin unless penicillin allergic then use doxycycline
What are the symptoms of a cold (corzyl symptoms)?
- cough
- sore throat
- runny nose
- sneezing
do you experience corzyl symptoms if you have the flu?
no, but can have a cough
What is used to prevent and treat type A and B influenza viruses?
NAIs - Neuraminidase inhibitors
what are the symptoms of acute sinusitis?
- facial pain
- tenderness
- headache
- purulent nasal discharge
what is used to relieve off acute sinusitis?
- decongestants
- anti-inflammatory
- antibiotics (only for prolonged symptoms)
what are the symptoms of chronic sinusitis?
- persistent low-grade pain
2. persistent nasal discharge
What is otitis media?
infection of the middle ear causing pain and discharge.
