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1
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What organs make up the upper respiratory tract?

A
  1. sinuses
  2. middle ear
  3. pharynx
  4. epiglottis
  5. larynx
2
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What organs make up the lower respiratory tract?

A
  1. bronchi
  2. bronchioles
  3. alveoli
3
Q

what symptomatic relief remedies are available for common viral colds?

A
  1. rest
  2. hydration
  3. analgesics
  4. antipyretics
4
Q

What over the counter remedies are available for common viral colds?

A
  1. sympathomimetics (produce similar effects to sympathetic nervous system)
  2. anti-histamines
  3. cough syrups
  4. caffeine
5
Q

what are the three types of flu viruses?

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A, B and C

6
Q

How regularly must one receive the flu vaccine and why?

A

every year as the virus mutates rapidly

7
Q

which antibiotic is used as the first line treatment of COPD exacerbation?

A

amoxicillin unless penicillin allergic then use doxycycline

8
Q

What are the symptoms of a cold (corzyl symptoms)?

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  1. cough
  2. sore throat
  3. runny nose
  4. sneezing
9
Q

do you experience corzyl symptoms if you have the flu?

A

no, but can have a cough

10
Q

What is used to prevent and treat type A and B influenza viruses?

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NAIs - Neuraminidase inhibitors

11
Q

what are the symptoms of acute sinusitis?

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  1. facial pain
  2. tenderness
  3. headache
  4. purulent nasal discharge
12
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what is used to relieve off acute sinusitis?

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  1. decongestants
  2. anti-inflammatory
  3. antibiotics (only for prolonged symptoms)
13
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what are the symptoms of chronic sinusitis?

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  1. persistent low-grade pain

2. persistent nasal discharge

14
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What is otitis media?

A

infection of the middle ear causing pain and discharge.

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