Viral Wheeze Flashcards
1
Q
What is episodic viral wheeze?
A
Only wheezes when has a viral URTI
Symptom free between episodes
2
Q
What is multiple trigger wheeze?
A
Triggered not only by viruses by other factors
3
Q
What age do viral wheezes affect?
A
Pre-school children
4
Q
What age do most wheezes resolve by?
A
5
5
Q
What are risk factors for viral wheezes?
A
Smoke exposure
Male
6
Q
How is an episodic viral wheeze managed?
A
Supportive
SABA
Inhaled ipratropium
7
Q
How is multiple trigger wheeze managed?
A
SABA
ICS for 4-8 weeks
