22 Questions
Which organism is the most common cause of lobar pneumonia?
S. pneumoniae
What is the most common cause of death in stroke patients?
Aspiration pneumonia
What is the most common cause of bronchiectasis?
Cystic fibrosis
Which type of influenza virus is found in humans, animals, and birds?
Flu A
Which of the following is the most common mode of transmission for lower respiratory infections?
Inhalation of airborne droplets from coughing or sneezing
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for bacterial pneumonia?
Elderly and immunocompromised
Which type of pneumonia is acquired within the community and is commonly caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae?
Community acquired pneumonia (CAP)
Which of the following is a risk factor for lower respiratory infections?
Asthma
Which type of pneumonia is commonly caused by Haemophilus influenza?
Community acquired pneumonia
Which laboratory test has high sensitivity and specificity for detecting certain pathogens in pneumonia?
Urine antigen test
Which organism is commonly associated with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) pneumonia?
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Which type of pneumonia is acquired after 48 hours of hospital admission and is often more severe?
Hospital acquired pneumonia
Which imaging finding is characteristic of bacterial bronchopneumonia?
Bilateral infiltrates
Which vaccines can help prevent pneumonia?
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
Which mode of transmission is most common for lower respiratory infections?
Droplet transmission
What is the most common cause of lung abscess?
Aspiration of oropharyngeal contents
How is influenza primarily transmitted?
Through droplets
Which strain of influenza virus caused the most recent outbreak in 2009?
H1N1/09
What is the main characteristic of bronchiectasis?
Destruction of smooth muscle and elastic tissue
What is the diagnostic test used to differentiate between influenza and pneumonia?
Chest X-ray
Which organism is commonly associated with bronchopneumonia?
Klebsiella
What is the most common cause of death in patients with stroke?
Pneumonia
Test your knowledge on lower respiratory infections, specifically pneumonia. Learn about the different types of infections, their transmission methods, and the risk factors associated with them. Explore bacterial pneumonia and its relation to bronchopulmonary disorders.
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