Pulmonary Infections and Pneumonias
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What is a common complication of aspiration pneumonia?

  • Abscess formation (correct)
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Pleural effusion
  • Fluid retention

    • Aspiration pneumonia is primarily a bacterial infection.

    True

    Name two common bacteria found in lung abscesses.

    Prevotella and Bacteroides

    Aspiration pneumonia is often caused by _______ gastric contents while unconscious.

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

    Match the following complications or causes with their corresponding conditions:

    <p>Aspiration pneumonia = Chemical and bacterial components Lung abscess = Localized area of suppuration Bronchial obstruction = Due to lung cancer Septic embolism = From infective endocarditis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pathogens is NOT typically associated with lung abscesses?

    <p>Escherichia coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary classification of bacterial pneumonias based on?

    <p>Clinical setting or specific etiologic agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lobar pneumonia is characterized by patchy consolidation of the lung.

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

    What does consolidation of the lung mean in the context of pneumonia?

    <p>Solidification of the lung due to replacement of air by exudate in the alveoli.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ____ is a defense mechanism that helps keep the lung parenchyma sterile.

    <p>immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the pneumonia types with their characteristics:

    <p>Lobar pneumonia = Consolidation of an entire lobe Bronchopneumonia = Patchy consolidation Congestion = First stage of inflammatory response Exudate = Fluid produced during inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In lobar pneumonia, which of the following describes the first stage of congestion?

    <p>Heavy, wet, and red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The same organism can produce both lobar and bronchopneumonia depending on patient susceptibility.

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

    What is the dominant characteristic of bronchopneumonia?

    <p>Patchy consolidation of the lung.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lung parenchyma is kept sterile by both ____ and non-____ defense mechanisms.

    <p>immune, immune</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is associated with severe disease in some patients?

    <p>Type A blood group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of pneumonia characterized by massive exudation, with a liver-like consistency?

    <p>Stage of red hepatization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individuals who develop severe COVID-19 generally have lower viral loads early in the course.

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

    What inflammatory response is triggered by a large number of SARS-CoV-2 infected cells?

    <p>cytokine storm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The absence of neutrophils is a characteristic finding in bacterial pneumonia.

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

    Severe COVID-19 has a high propensity for __________ and arterial thrombosis.

    <p>venous thrombosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one complication that can arise from pneumonia.

    <p>Tissue destruction and necrosis or spread of infection to the pleural cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The stage of pneumonia where the lobe appears grayish brown is known as ________.

    <p>gray hepatization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with their related complications:

    <p>COVID-19 = Cytokine storm Myocarditis = Inflammatory infiltrates in the CNS Hospital-acquired Pneumonia = Infections in hospitalized patients Severe underlying disease = Increased risk of infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus became the leading cause of community-acquired viral pneumonia during the COVID-19 pandemic?

    <p>SARS-CoV-2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can interfere with type I interferon signaling in severe disease?

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

    Pulmonary infections acquired during a hospital stay have a beneficial impact on the clinical course of patients.

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

    Viral pneumonia can usually be distinguished from bacterial pneumonia based on radiologic appearance alone.

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

    What do elevated plasma fibrinogen levels indicate in the context of severe COVID-19?

    <p>risk of thrombosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common morphologic pattern found in viral pneumonia?

    <p>Patchy involvement or whole lobes affected bilaterally or unilaterally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Coronaviruses are classified as ________ viruses that infect humans.

    <p>enveloped, positive-sense RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patients on __________ are at particularly high risk for hospital-acquired infections.

    <p>mechanical ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the common isolates in hospital-acquired infections?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the forms of pneumonia with their characteristics:

    <p>Bacterial Pneumonia = Neutrophil-rich exudate in bronchi and alveoli Viral Pneumonia = Mononuclear inflammatory infiltrate with lymphocytes Bronchopneumonia = Focal areas of consolidation often bilaterally Pleuritis = Inflammation of pleura due to pneumonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during the stage of resolution in pneumonia?

    <p>The exudate is broken down by enzymatic digestion, resulting in granular debris that is resorbed or organized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mode of transmission for SARS-CoV-2?

    <p>Respiratory droplets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    SARS-CoV-2 is associated with mild coldlike symptoms and does not cause severe disease.

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

    What type of cells does the SARS-CoV-2 virus primarily infect?

    <p>ACE2-expressing cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Highly pathogenic coronaviruses have viral spike proteins that bind to the protein __________.

    <p>ACE2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following risk factors with their descriptions:

    <p>Age = Particularly deadly in individuals older than 75 Comorbidities = Conditions like obesity and diabetes increase severity Socioeconomic background = Influences overall health and access to care Gender = Males have a higher risk for severe disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is at higher risk for severe disease caused by SARS-CoV-2?

    <p>Elderly individuals, especially those over 75</p> Signup and view all the answers

    SARS-CoV-2 infection can be asymptomatic, especially in children and younger adults.

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

    What is a significant characteristic of highly pathogenic coronaviruses such as SARS-CoV-2?

    <p>They replicate rapidly after entering host cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transmission is most likely to occur indoors in __________ spaces.

    <p>poorly ventilated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a major risk factor for severe disease from SARS-CoV-2?

    <p>Living in urban areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pulmonary Infections

    • Pneumonia is any infection in the lung.
    • The lung parenchyma is sterile due to defense mechanisms (immune and non-immune) extending from the nasopharynx to the alveolar air spaces.

    Bacterial Pneumonias

    • Classified by the causative agent or clinical setting of infection.
    • Specific clinical settings are linked to distinct pathogen groups.
    • Considering the clinical setting helps guide empirical antimicrobial therapy.

    Pneumonia Syndromes and Implicated Pathogens

    • Common community-acquired bacterial pneumonias include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococcus aureus, etc.
    • Community-acquired viral pneumonias include COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus, human metapneumovirus, parainfluenza virus, influenza, adenovirus, and rhinoviruses.
    • Hospital-acquired pneumonias feature pathogens like gram-negative rods (e.g., Klebsiella and Pseudomonas) and Staphylococcus aureus.
    • Aspiration pneumonias are caused by anaerobic oral flora often mixed with aerobic bacteria.
    • Chronic pneumonias are caused by pathogens like Nocardia and Actinomyces. Other possibilities include mycobacteria, Histoplasma capsulatum, Coccidioides immitis, and Blastomyces dermatitidis.
    • The immunocompromised host is vulnerable to specific pathogens such as Pneumocystis jiroveci, Mycobacterium avium complex, and fungal infections.

    Morphology of Bacterial Pneumonia

    • Two basic patterns:
      • Lobar pneumonia: consolidation of a large portion or entire lobe. Patterns may change over time.
      • Bronchopneumonia: patchy consolidation of the lung.
    • Patterns often overlap.
    • Identifying the causative agent and extent is crucial.

    Morphological Stages of Lobar Pneumonia

    • Congestion: Lung is heavy, wet, and red due to vascular engorgement and fluid. Some bacteria present.
    • Red hepatization: massive exudate (neutrophils, RBCs, fibrin) fills alveoli, leading to redness, firmness, and airlessness.
    • Gray hepatization: progressive disintegration of RBCs and exudate leads to grayish brown color.
    • Resolution: Exudate is broken down, eventually clearing the affected area.

    Bronchopneumonia Morphology

    • Focal areas of consolidation, possibly confined to one lobe but more commonly multilobar and basal.
    • Lesions are slightly elevated, dry, granular, and gray-red to yellow.

    Complications of Pneumonia

    • Tissue destruction and necrosis can form abscesses.
    • Infection spread to pleural cavity can cause pleurisy and empyema.
    • Bacteremia can lead to infections in heart valves, pericardium, brain, kidneys, spleen, and joints, such as endocarditis, meningitis, or suppurative arthritis.

    Community-Acquired Viral Pneumonias

    • Prior to COVID-19, commonly caused by influenza types A and B, respiratory syncytial viruses, human metapneumovirus, adenovirus, and rhinoviruses.
    • SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) became the leading cause in 2020.
    • Viral infections frequently damage the respiratory epithelium leading to inflammation and potentially pulmonary damage. Interstitial inflammation and fluid buildup into alveoli can occur.
    • Clinical presentation can mimic bacterial pneumonia on chest x-rays.

    Viral Pneumonia Morphology

    • Inflammation is usually limited to the alveolar walls.
    • Alveolar spaces are typically free of cellular exudate.
    • Sometimes, severe cases may lead to diffuse alveolar damage.
    • Complicated cases may involve reconstitution of normal lung architecture following resolution.
    • Bacterial infection combined with viral can lead to more complex and mixed pathology.

    Coronavirus Pathogenesis

    • Enveloped, positive-sense RNA viruses infecting humans and other vertebrates.
    • Mildly pathogenic viruses elicit cold-like symptoms.
    • Highly pathogenic viruses, like SARS-CoV-2, cause severe pneumonia.
    • SARS-CoV-2 binds to ACE2 receptors.
    • Transmission is mainly through respiratory droplets.

    SARS-CoV-2 Infection Outcomes and Risk Factors

    • Variable outcomes, from asymptomatic to severe, rapid progressive pneumonia.
    • Risk factors for severe disease include age (especially over 75), comorbidities (diabetes, chronic cardiac conditions, obesity, etc), socioeconomic factors, and genetic factors. Blood type A is an associated risk factor.
    • Immune system factors like inflammation, interference with type-1 interferon signaling, presence of comorbidities or aging can affect the severity of the virus.
    • High viral load early in infection is a recognized predictor of severity.
    • Large numbers of infected cells can trigger an excessive immune response leading to cytokine storm.
    • This inflammation can affect multiple organ systems, including the cardiovascular and nervous systems.

    Other Pneumonia Types

    • Hospital-Acquired Pneumonias: Acquired during a hospital stay and often associated with underlying illnesses, antibiotic use, and mechanical ventilation. Gram-negative rods and Staphylococcus aureus are common contributors.
    • Aspiration Pneumonias: result from aspiration of gastric contents in debilitated or unconscious patients. Chemical and bacterial irritant injury are important factors, with anaerobic bacteria often implicated.
    • Lung Abscesses:Localized areas of suppuration; frequently results from aspiration of infective material or complications of necrotizing bacterial pneumonia.

    Lung Abscess

    • Localized suppuration in the lung parenchyma, creating cavities. Causative organisms may include aspiration of infective material, necrotizing bacterial pneumonia, mycobacteria, or fungi.
    • Anaerobic bacteria are present in most lung abscesses.

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