Rhinovirus and Nasopharyngitis

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Which diagnostic test may be required to confirm the diagnosis of chronic sinusitis?

Blood test

Nasal and throat swab

Urine analysis

CT or MRI scans (correct)

What is the typical duration for symptoms to be classified as chronic sinusitis?

6 weeks or more

4 weeks or more

8 weeks or more

12 weeks or more (correct)

What is the main purpose of surgery in chronic sinusitis?

To remove nasal polyps

To improve sinus drainage (correct)

To treat allergies

To reduce facial pain

Which of the following is a recommended medical treatment for chronic sinusitis?

Antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

What is the self-limiting nature of nasopharyngitis?

It often resolves on its own without treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor that differentiates nasopharyngitis from bacterial rhinosinusitis in terms of treatment?

The use of antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment goal for bacterial rhinosinusitis?

To improve sinus drainage Signup and view all the answers

How is allergic rhinitis typically diagnosed?

By assessing the symptoms and medical history of the patient Signup and view all the answers

What is a common treatment for allergic rhinitis?

Dust mite-proof covers on bedding Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ear is responsible for transforming sound vibrations into nerve impulses?

Cochlea Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the outer ear?

Collecting sound waves and directing them into the ear Signup and view all the answers

Which test involves applying a small amount of suspected allergens to the skin using a tiny needle?

Skin Prick Test Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of immunotherapy in treating allergic rhinitis?

To desensitize the immune system by gradually exposing it to increasing amounts of the allergen Signup and view all the answers

What is a common first-line pharmacologic treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis?

Antibiotic eye drops (Polymyxin B or Erythromycin) Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom that may indicate acute sinusitis?

Decreased sense of smell, facial pain, or pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is a self-limiting condition that does not often need treatment?

Viral conjunctivitis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common nonpharmacologic treatment for viral conjunctivitis?

Not wearing eye makeup or contacts Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ear contains the ossicles, which transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear?

Middle Ear Signup and view all the answers

Which species of rhinovirus is more strongly associated with significant illness and wheezing?

Rhinovirus A Signup and view all the answers

What are the common symptoms of rhinovirus infection?

Sneezing, coughing, and nasal congestion Signup and view all the answers

What is the mainstay of therapy for rhinovirus infection?

Rest and hydration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of treatment for allergic rhinitis?

Symptomatic relief Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of assessing allergic rhinitis?

To determine the cause of the condition Signup and view all the answers

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Which diagnostic test may be required to confirm the diagnosis of chronic sinusitis?

What is the typical duration for symptoms to be classified as chronic sinusitis?

What is the main purpose of surgery in chronic sinusitis?

Which of the following is a recommended medical treatment for chronic sinusitis?

What is the self-limiting nature of nasopharyngitis?

What is the key factor that differentiates nasopharyngitis from bacterial rhinosinusitis in terms of treatment?

What is the primary treatment goal for bacterial rhinosinusitis?

How is allergic rhinitis typically diagnosed?

What is a common treatment for allergic rhinitis?

Which part of the ear is responsible for transforming sound vibrations into nerve impulses?

What is the main function of the outer ear?

Which test involves applying a small amount of suspected allergens to the skin using a tiny needle?

What is the purpose of immunotherapy in treating allergic rhinitis?

What is a common first-line pharmacologic treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis?

What is a symptom that may indicate acute sinusitis?

What is a self-limiting condition that does not often need treatment?

What is a common nonpharmacologic treatment for viral conjunctivitis?

Which part of the ear contains the ossicles, which transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear?

Which species of rhinovirus is more strongly associated with significant illness and wheezing?

What are the common symptoms of rhinovirus infection?

What is the mainstay of therapy for rhinovirus infection?

What is the primary focus of treatment for allergic rhinitis?

What is the main purpose of assessing allergic rhinitis?

What is a potential severe disease that infants may develop due to rhinovirus infection?

What is the common infective virus that causes the common cold?

What is a symptom seen in infants and children with rhinovirus infection?

What is the primary treatment goal for chronic sinusitis?

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