Midterm Exam: NR576 / NR 576
(Latest Update )
Differential Diagnosis in Adult-
Gerontology Primary Care |
Questions and Answers | Grade A |
100% Correct – Chamberlain
Question:
What is Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Immunoglobulin E mediated inflammation in the nose and upper respiratory
tract.
Question:
What are the ocular symptoms associated with Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Tearing, redness, and itching of the eyes.
,Question:
What are the common symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, nose, and palate, postnasal drip, cough,
fatigue.
Question:
When do the symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis typically occur?
Answer:
Seasonally, but can also occur with indoor allergens.
Question:
What are some indoor allergens that can trigger Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Animal dander, mold, dust mites, and cockroaches.
Question:
What is the appearance of the nasal mucosa in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Pallor, pale bluish hues, and turbinate edema.
,Question:
What is the characteristic drainage seen in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Clear rhinorrhea and postnasal drip.
Question:
What is the cobblestone appearance seen in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Hyperplastic lymphoid tissue from drainage.
Question:
How can eustachian tube dysfunction present in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Retracted tympanic membranes.
Question:
What are the associated conditions with Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Allergic conjunctivitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis (eczema), sinusitis.
, Question:
How is the diagnosis of Allergic Rhinitis made?
Answer:
Clinically through history and physical examination.
Question:
What is the treatment for Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Allergen avoidance and referral for allergy skin testing if needed.
Question:
What is Allergic Bacterial Rhinosinusitis (ABRS)?
Answer:
Sinus infection caused by bacteria.
Question:
What are the criteria for diagnosing ABRS?
Answer:
Presence of two or more of the following signs and symptoms: colored nasal
drainage, poor response to decongestants, facial or sinus pain (aggravated by
postural change or valsalva maneuver), and headache.
(Latest Update )
Differential Diagnosis in Adult-
Gerontology Primary Care |
Questions and Answers | Grade A |
100% Correct – Chamberlain
Question:
What is Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Immunoglobulin E mediated inflammation in the nose and upper respiratory
tract.
Question:
What are the ocular symptoms associated with Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Tearing, redness, and itching of the eyes.
,Question:
What are the common symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, nose, and palate, postnasal drip, cough,
fatigue.
Question:
When do the symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis typically occur?
Answer:
Seasonally, but can also occur with indoor allergens.
Question:
What are some indoor allergens that can trigger Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Animal dander, mold, dust mites, and cockroaches.
Question:
What is the appearance of the nasal mucosa in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Pallor, pale bluish hues, and turbinate edema.
,Question:
What is the characteristic drainage seen in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Clear rhinorrhea and postnasal drip.
Question:
What is the cobblestone appearance seen in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Hyperplastic lymphoid tissue from drainage.
Question:
How can eustachian tube dysfunction present in Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Retracted tympanic membranes.
Question:
What are the associated conditions with Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Allergic conjunctivitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis (eczema), sinusitis.
, Question:
How is the diagnosis of Allergic Rhinitis made?
Answer:
Clinically through history and physical examination.
Question:
What is the treatment for Allergic Rhinitis?
Answer:
Allergen avoidance and referral for allergy skin testing if needed.
Question:
What is Allergic Bacterial Rhinosinusitis (ABRS)?
Answer:
Sinus infection caused by bacteria.
Question:
What are the criteria for diagnosing ABRS?
Answer:
Presence of two or more of the following signs and symptoms: colored nasal
drainage, poor response to decongestants, facial or sinus pain (aggravated by
postural change or valsalva maneuver), and headache.
