URTI Flashcards
1
Q
What microbes commonly affect the upper respiratory tract?
A
Viridans streptococcus Neisseria spp Candida Rhinovirus Influenza Respiratory syncytial virus
2
Q
What are the defence mechanisms of the respiratory tract?
A
Mucus + cilia
Cough reflex
Sneezing reflex
3
Q
What can compromise the respiratory defences?
A
Poor swallow Abnormal ciliary function - smoking, viral infection Abnormal mucus - CF Dilated airways - bronchiectasis Immunosuppression
4
Q
What are the common URTI?
A
Rhinits
Pharyngitis
Sinusitis
5
Q
What is rhinitis?
A
Common cold
6
Q
What is pharyngitis?
A
Inflammation of the pharynx
7
Q
Which sinus does sinusitis most commonly affect?
A
Maxillary
