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What is the most common cause of work absenteeism in Ireland and the US?
What is the most common cause of work absenteeism in Ireland and the US?
- Pertussis
- Coronavirus
- Influenza
- Acute Rhinitis (correct)
What is the primary cause of the common cold?
What is the primary cause of the common cold?
- Parainfluenza
- RSV
- Rhinovirus (correct)
- Coronavirus
How long do the symptoms of a common cold typically last?
How long do the symptoms of a common cold typically last?
- 7-10 days
- 2-3 weeks
- 3-5 days
- 1-2 weeks (correct)
Which medication can help reduce nasal discharge and sneezing associated with the common cold?
Which medication can help reduce nasal discharge and sneezing associated with the common cold?
What is the peak infectivity period for the common cold?
What is the peak infectivity period for the common cold?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of the common cold?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of the common cold?
Which age groups experience bimodal peaks of allergic rhinitis?
Which age groups experience bimodal peaks of allergic rhinitis?
What is a significant risk factor for allergic rhinitis in infants?
What is a significant risk factor for allergic rhinitis in infants?
Which of the following symptoms are commonly associated with allergic rhinitis?
Which of the following symptoms are commonly associated with allergic rhinitis?
What percentage of adults experience allergic rhinitis?
What percentage of adults experience allergic rhinitis?
Which condition is NOT commonly associated with allergic rhinitis?
Which condition is NOT commonly associated with allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary benefit of antihistamines mentioned in the text?
What is the primary benefit of antihistamines mentioned in the text?
Which side effect is associated with the use of Dextromethorphan as mentioned in the text?
Which side effect is associated with the use of Dextromethorphan as mentioned in the text?
How does Ipratropium Bromide act in the body according to the text?
How does Ipratropium Bromide act in the body according to the text?
What is the consensus regarding the use of intranasal steroids for the common cold?
What is the consensus regarding the use of intranasal steroids for the common cold?
What was the conclusion drawn from the meta-analysis involving Vitamin C and colds?
What was the conclusion drawn from the meta-analysis involving Vitamin C and colds?
What type of allergic rhinitis persists for more than 9 months/year according to the text?
What type of allergic rhinitis persists for more than 9 months/year according to the text?
Which age group is considered high-risk for influenza?
Which age group is considered high-risk for influenza?
What is the most common cause of acute sinusitis?
What is the most common cause of acute sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a symptom of sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a symptom of sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a treatment option for acute sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a treatment option for acute sinusitis?
What is the primary method for diagnosing sinusitis?
What is the primary method for diagnosing sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a risk factor for bacterial sinusitis?
Which of the following is not a risk factor for bacterial sinusitis?
What is the mechanism of action of Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists like Montelukast and Zafirlukast?
What is the mechanism of action of Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists like Montelukast and Zafirlukast?
When are Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists typically used in allergic rhinitis?
When are Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists typically used in allergic rhinitis?
What is a common side effect associated with Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists like Montelukast and Zafirlukast?
What is a common side effect associated with Leukotriene Pathway Antagonists like Montelukast and Zafirlukast?
What type of immunotherapy involves gradual desensitization to allergens such as grass and tree pollens?
What type of immunotherapy involves gradual desensitization to allergens such as grass and tree pollens?
Which criteria are used for the clinical diagnosis of Acute Tonsillopharyngitis?
Which criteria are used for the clinical diagnosis of Acute Tonsillopharyngitis?
What is the recommended diagnostic approach before starting antibiotic treatment for Acute Tonsillopharyngitis?
What is the recommended diagnostic approach before starting antibiotic treatment for Acute Tonsillopharyngitis?
