Pediatric Health: Tonsillitis Symptoms and Causes

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What is the most common cause of tonsillitis mentioned in the text?

Coxackie Viruses

GABHS (correct)

Corona Viruses

Adenovirus

What is a common symptom of viral tonsillitis mentioned in the text?

Tonsillar Exudates

Swollen Tonsils

White or Yellow Patches on the Tonsils

Fever (correct)

Which condition warrants consideration of adenoid endoscopy as per the text?

Rheumatic Fever

Upper respiratory tract infection

Peritonsillar abscess

Adenoiditis (correct)

What is a common way that pharyngitis is spread according to the text?

By air through respiratory droplets Signup and view all the answers

Which virus is mentioned in the text as a common cause of a very contagious viral infection affecting the air passages of the lungs?

Rhinoviruses Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom common to both pharyngitis and laryngitis according to the text?

Hoarseness of voice Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended in the text to prevent the spread of pharyngitis?

Frequent hand washing Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is not commonly associated with viral upper respiratory tract infections as per the text?

Watery Red Eyes Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT recommended for treating pharyngitis in children under 3 years old, as per the text?

(Aspirin) Signup and view all the answers

'A very mild and asymptomatic viral infection' refers to which condition according to the text?

(Common cold) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of viral laryngitis?

Crackles Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of croup among the viruses listed?

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates the symptoms of Bordetella Pertussis infection during the early stage from the later stages?

Cough ending with a whoop sound Signup and view all the answers

Why is Vitamin A recommended in measles cases?

It reduces the chance of complications and death Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common complication of bronchitis?

Seizures Signup and view all the answers

How can pneumonia be transmitted according to the information provided?

Via air-borne droplets from cough or sneeze Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key preventive measures mentioned for pneumonia?

Controlling indoor air pollution Signup and view all the answers

"What is the main reason why TB can be more prevalent in certain populations?"

"Environmental factors like crowding and smoking" Signup and view all the answers

"What is recommended to ease symptoms of bronchitis?"

"Cough medicine for children over 4 years old" Signup and view all the answers

"How long should a child with pneumonia be isolated after starting antibiotic therapy?"

"5 days" Signup and view all the answers