Cough and Cold Management: Common Cold Information

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What virus is responsible for approximately 60% of colds?

Respiratory syncytial virus

Influenza virus

Rhinovirus (correct)

Coronavirus

During what period does the cold season typically occur?

Late April to early October

Late November to late February

Late August to early April (correct)

Mid-October to late March

Which age group experiences an average of 6-10 colds per year?

Teenagers

Children (correct)

Adults over 60 years

Adults aged 20-30

Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor increasing susceptibility to the common cold?

Regular exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is the first symptom experienced during the common cold progression?

Sore/Scratchy Throat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an exclusion criterion for self-treatment of a cold?

Infants Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of treatment during a common cold episode?

Limit transmission Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom experienced during the progression of a cold?

Purulent Rhinorrhea Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum fever temperature typically experienced during a common cold, according to the text?

101°F Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patient populations is NOT mentioned in the text as suffering from more frequent common cold episodes?

Individuals with small social circles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor that can increase susceptibility to the common cold?

Weakened immune system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nonpharmacologic therapies is NOT mentioned in the text as a recommended approach for managing the common cold?

Use of decongestants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as an exclusion criterion for self-treatment of a common cold?

Chronic sinus infection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary mode of transmission for the common cold, according to the text?

Direct contact with viral-laden secretions or objects Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of common cold symptoms, according to the information provided in the text?

7-10 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most common virus responsible for causing the common cold?

Rhinovirus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patient populations is described in the text as experiencing the least frequent common cold episodes?

Adults over 60 years old Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what is the primary method of transmission for the common cold?

Touching contaminated surfaces Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor that can increase an individual's susceptibility to the common cold?

Exposure to cold temperatures Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical maximum fever temperature experienced during a common cold episode, according to the information provided?

101.5F Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patient populations is described in the text as suffering from the most frequent common cold episodes?

Children Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of treatment for the common cold, according to the information provided?