Medical Tests for Respiratory Symptoms Quiz
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Which diagnostic tests should be included to evaluate a cough?

  • MRI, blood test, and ultrasonography
  • CT scan, echocardiogram, and peak flow meter
  • Chest x-ray, electrocardiogram, and pulse oximeter (correct)
  • Chest x-ray, electrocardiogram, and spirometry

    • What is the duration range for acute cough?

  • More than 8 weeks
  • Less than 1 week
  • 1 to 2 weeks
  • 2 to 8 weeks (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a common cause of acute cough?

  • Acute bacterial sinusitis
  • Pneumonia
  • Left ventricular failure
  • Postinfectious cough (correct)

    • What is the typical duration range for subacute cough?

    <p>3 to 8 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Postinfectious cough typically begins following which type of infection?

    <p>Viral respiratory infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT commonly associated with acute cough as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common causes of chronic cough?

    <p>Postnasal-drip syndromes, asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and chronic bronchitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic symptom of croup?

    <p>Seal-like barking cough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does croup primarily affect infants and toddlers?

    <p>6 months to 36 months (3 years)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common cause of acute cough?

    <p>Chronic bronchitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common etiology for hoarseness and onset of acute respiratory stridor in febrile children?

    <p>Croup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Subacute cough may result from which of the following conditions?

    <p>Transient bronchial hyperresponsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus is the most common viral etiology for croup?

    <p>Parainfluenza viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In croup cases, what can help confirm the diagnosis but is not necessary in uncomplicated cases?

    <p>Radiographs of the neck soft tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic sign can be seen on the AP radiograph of the soft tissues of the neck in cases of croup?

    <p>Steeple sign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the causative organism for pertussis (whooping cough)?

    <p>Bordetella pertussis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of pertussis is characterized by paroxysms of intense coughing lasting up to several minutes?

    <p>Paroxysmal phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Most patients with croup can be managed as outpatients' - What treatment method may help avoid intubation in croup cases according to the text?

    <p>Steroids and nebulized epinephrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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