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Pneumonia and Infectious Agents Quiz

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Which infectious agent is commonly responsible for causing severe lower respiratory tract illness or croup in infants?

Parainfluenza viruses

Human metapneumoviruses

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) (correct)

Adenoviruses

What is a key feature of viral respiratory tract infections in older children?

Severe lower respiratory tract illness

Frequent vomiting

Short-lived diarrhea

Increased incidence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections (correct)

Which age group reacts more severely to acute respiratory tract infections than older children?

Infants under 6 months of age

Adolescents

Children above 5 years of age

Children between 6 months and 3 years of age (correct)

What is a common symptom of acute respiratory tract infection in small children?

Vomiting Signup and view all the answers

Which action is recommended for children with acute febrile illness?

Encouraging rest and quiet activities Signup and view all the answers

Why should children with respiratory tract infections not share drinking cups, washcloths, or towels?

To prevent the spread of infections to others Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for infants and young children to help reduce temperature and minimize dehydration?

Encourage cool liquids Signup and view all the answers

Which upper respiratory tract infection causative agent is not mentioned in the text?

Coronavirus Signup and view all the answers

Why should nose drops or sprays not be administered for more than 3 days?

To avoid rebound congestion Signup and view all the answers

How long after initiation of antibiotic therapy are children with streptococcal infection considered noninfectious to others?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What should children with a streptococcal throat infection do after taking antibiotics for 24 hours?

Use a disposable toothbrush Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended therapeutic management for streptococcal sore throat infections?

Prescribe oral penicillin for at least 10 days Signup and view all the answers