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Evatee 9/23/24 PULM
, PULM EXAM 1 REVIEW QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS RATED 100% CORRECT!!
Which virus causes influenza? Answer - Orthomyxovirus
What would you treat influenza with? Answer - (DOC) Oseltamivir 75mg PO
BID x 5 days
When are neurominidase inhibitors most effective against influenza? Answer -
Within the first 48 hours
How long does it take to develop protection from the influenza vaccine?
Answer - 2 weeks
A 4 YO boy presents to the ED with his mother. She explains he has been
lethargic, drooling and seems to be having trouble breathing. Physical exam
reveals an elevated temperature, high pitched upper airway wheeze on
auscultation. Pts past medical history shows he is unimmunized. Lateral X ray
shows soft tissue swelling. What is the most likely diagnosis? Answer -
Epiglottis
What is the most likely cause of epiglottitis? Answer - Group A strep
Used to be H. Influenzae but was reduced by HIB vaccine
A 12 month YO presents to the clinic in January with a runny nose, cough, ox
sat at 89%, temp 97.8 degrees. He is wheezing and has nasal flaring along with
retractions as he breaths. The mom shares that the family has had a cold. Upon