Rhinosinusitis - Samenvattingen, Aantekeningen en Examens

What is rhinosinusitis?- inflammation of the paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity and mucous membranes - usually starts viral, then becomes bacterial as secondary infection - lasts 7-10 days - inflammation of ciliated membranes blocks drainage and leads to infection Symptoms of rhinosinusitis- nasal congestion - cough - bronchial secretions Non-pharmacological treatment for rhinosinusitis- rest - increased fluids - humidified air What is a nasal decongestant drug?pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) Othe...

The nurse is caring for a client with a severe nosebleed. The health care provider inserts a nasal sponge. What should the nurse teach the client about this intervention? A. The sponge creates a risk for viral sinusitis B. The sponge can stay in place for 3 to 4 days if needed C. The client should remain supine while the sponge is in place D. NSAIDs are contraindicated while the sponge is in place ANS: B _____________________________________________________________________________________...

3 criteria for deciding when acute rhinosinusitis requires atb - 1. URI w/ persistent nasal discharge or daytime cough lasting for more than 10 days w/out clinical improvement 2. URI and develops worsening or new onset of fever, nasal discharge, or daytime cough after initial improvement 3. Fever higher than 102.2 (39 C) with purulent nasal discharge for at least 3 days who also has sinusitis Acute otitis media management - Pain: ibuprofen or tylenol for pain, topical analgesics (benzocaine...

NR 602 Final Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass Step 1 Asthma approach-Intermittent symptoms 2x or less per week asymptomatic and normal PED requires SABA 2 days/week no interference with normal activities brief exacerbations nighttime symptoms 2x or less a month lung fx- FEV>80% predicted Step 2 Asthma Approach-Mild persistent Symptoms >2 x a week, less than once per day requires SABA more than 2days/week, no more than once a day exacerbations may affect activity n...

NSG 6005 ADV PHARMACOLOGY FINAL EXAM REVIEW 2024 /ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED A ANSWERS/A+ GRADE Patients with allergic rhinitis may benefit from a prescription of: 1. Fluticasone (Flonase) 2. Cetirizine (Zyrtec) 3. OTC cromolyn nasal spray (Nasalcrom) 4. Any of the above Decongestants such as pseudoephedrine (Sudafed): 1. Are Schedule III drugs in all states 2. Should not be prescribed or recommended for children under 4 years of age 3. Are e...

Family Medicine EOR: ENOT/Ophthalmology (Smarty PANCE) Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass | Latest Version Acute vs. chronic sinusitis? ● Acute sinusitis: symptoms for < 4 weeks duration ● Chronic sinusitis: symptoms for > 12 consecutive weeks ● The disease is subacute when symptomatic for 4-12 weeks Sign and symptoms of acute sinusitis? - Headache - Purulent sputum - Fever - Malaise - Tenderness to palpation over sinus(es) - Opacification w/ transillumination MC fung...

NR 602 Final Chamberlain College Exam Questions and Answers Vision Screening Rec's for Children (USPSTF) - Answer- once at age 3-5 yo and then at regular intervals Grade B recommendation Refer child to opthalmology if... - Answer- any abn's in eye mvmt dark or white spots in pupil PERLLA absent by age 6 asymm pupil size change in color or brightness of vision Audiometry Screening Recs in Children - Answer- at birth prior to hospital d/c once before 24-30 m and ongiong as appropriate...

What med is inappropriate for treatment of a patient who has acute rhinosinusitis? - Answer- Amoxicillin What are indications for urgent referral in Acute Bacterial Rhinosinusitis (ABRS)? - Answer- High persistent fever > 102 F Periorbital edema Vision change Severe headaches How is allergic rhinitis managed? - Answer- Intranasal glucocorticoids: single most effective treatment - Ex: budesonide, fluticasone, mometasone, ciclesonide Antihistamines (nonsedating and sedating availa...

NR 602 Final Chamberlain College Exam Questions and Answers Vision Screening Rec's for Children (USPSTF) - Answer- once at age 3-5 yo and then at regular intervals Grade B recommendation Refer child to opthalmology if... - Answer- any abn's in eye mvmt dark or white spots in pupil PERLLA absent by age 6 asymm pupil size change in color or brightness of vision Audiometry Screening Recs in Children - Answer- at birth prior to hospital d/c once before 24-30 m and ongiong as appropriate...