CMN 568 - UNIT 2 – ALL QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

After exposure to toxic fumes, a pt gradually develops cough and dyspnea, he most likely has: correct answer: Acute Bronchiolitis Risk factors for development of bronchiolitis in the adult pt include: a. exposure to toxic fumes b. viral infection c. organ transplant d. systemic lupus erythematosus e. all of the above correct answer: e. all of the above Connective tissue disease (SLE) Treatment for a pt with proliferative bronchiolitis includes________________ for ___-___ months, then tapered to 20-40 mg/day correct answer: Prednisone 1mg/kg/day for 1-3 months T or F: When narrowing the dif. dx of causes of pna in the immunocompromised adult, remember - Defects in humoral immunity predispose to bacterial infections; defects in cellular immunity lead to infections with viruses, fungi, mycobacteria, and protozoa. correct answer: True - Antibiotic therapy in the preceding 90 days. - Acute care hospitalization for at least 2 days in the preceding 90 days. - Residence in a nursing home or extended care facility. - Home infusion therapy, including chemotherapy, within the past 30 days. - Long-term dialysis within the past 30 days. - Home wound care. - Family member with an infection invo