Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection
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What is the recommendation of the AAP guidelines regarding the routine use of ribavirin?

  • It is recommended only for patients with bronchopulmonary dysplasia
  • It is recommended for patients with chronic lung disease
  • It is not recommended due to its high cost and uncertainties regarding its effectiveness (correct)
  • It is recommended for all patients
  • Which of the following patients may be considered for ribavirin treatment?

  • Patients with a history of asthma
  • Patients with a history of pneumonia
  • Patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome
  • Patients with immunocompromised conditions (correct)
  • What is the conclusion regarding the use of inhaled β2-agonists or epinephrine?

  • They are not recommended by the AAP guidelines
  • There is no conclusive evidence that they have a positive impact on disease outcome (correct)
  • They have a negative impact on disease outcome
  • They have a positive impact on disease outcome
  • What is the recommendation of the AAP guidelines regarding the use of corticosteroids?

    <p>Their routine use is not recommended due to lack of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of antibiotic therapy in patients with this disease?

    <p>It may increase the risk of adverse events and bacterial resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are antibiotics indicated in patients with this disease?

    <p>Only in patients with secondary bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for not recommending the routine use of ribavirin?

    <p>It has a high cost and uncertainties regarding its effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following patients may not be considered for ribavirin treatment?

    <p>Patients with a history of asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the conclusion regarding the use of corticosteroids in patients with this disease?

    <p>There is no conclusive evidence that they are effective in improving disease outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general recommendation of the AAP guidelines regarding the use of antibiotics?

    <p>They are not indicated unless secondary bacterial infection develops</p> Signup and view all the answers

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