Upper respiratory infection Flashcards
1
Q
What is an upper respiratory infection
A
self limiting viral infection
caused by
Rhinovirus
Coronavirus
Parainfluenza
RSV
influenze
2
Q
What are risk factors
A
<6
malnutrition
co-morbidity
smoking
stress
season
3
Q
What may someone with an upper resp infection present
A
Nasal symptoms -
congestion
clear/purulent discharge
sneezing
sore throat
non-productive cough
low grade fever
4
Q
What is investigation
A
Clinical diagnosis
5
Q
How do you conservatively manage Upper resp infections
A
topical saline/nasal suction
fluids
rest
6
Q
How do you medically manage upper resp infections
A
decongestant
antihistamines
antipyretics/analgesia
Dextromethorphan for cough
7
Q
What are some complications
A
secondary bacterial infection
-otitis media
-sinusitis
-pneumonia
asthma exacerbation
