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?

    <p>By air through respiratory droplets</p> 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?

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

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

    <p>Hoarseness of voice</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Frequent hand washing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Watery Red Eyes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>(Aspirin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>(Common cold)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Cough ending with a whoop sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Vitamin A recommended in measles cases?

    <p>It reduces the chance of complications and death</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    How can pneumonia be transmitted according to the information provided?

    <p>Via air-borne droplets from cough or sneeze</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Controlling indoor air pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>&quot;Environmental factors like crowding and smoking&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "What is recommended to ease symptoms of bronchitis?"

    <p>&quot;Cough medicine for children over 4 years old&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>&quot;5 days&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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