viral rhinitis and influenza

Question 1

what is the other name of viral rhinitis

Answer 1

a cold

Question 2

how is viral rhinitis spread

Answer 2

airborne droplets

Question 3

what can increase the risk of catching a cold

Answer 3

fatigue, stress, compromised immune status

Question 4

what are the first symptoms of viral rhinitis

Answer 4

tickling, irritation, sneezing, dryness of the nose

Question 5

what clinical manifestation develop after the early symptoms of a cold

Answer 5

nasal secretion, watery eyes, nasal obstruction

Question 6

how should we treat a common cold

Answer 6

rest, fluid and proper diet, antipyretic and analgesics

Question 7

what are the potential complication of a cold

Answer 7

pharyngitis, sinusitis, tonsilitis, otitis

Question 8

how can someone detect a secondary bacterial infection (potential complication)

Answer 8

temp over 38, purulant nasal exudate, tender swollen gland

Question 9

what is the major complication of influenza

Answer 9

pneumonia

Question 10

what are the initial clinical manifestation of the flu

Answer 10

cough, fever, myalgia

Question 11

what can we hear during auscultation on someone with influenza

Answer 11

crackles

Question 12

what assessment finding would indicate a worsening of the flu

Answer 12

worsening cough, purulent sputum

Question 13

what do we see when someone developed bacterial pneumonia after the flu

Answer 13

a gradual improvement then worsening

Question 14

what are the recommendation for people with the flu

Answer 14

drink plenty of fluid and plenty of rest