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Pathophysiology Final Chapter 13-22. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISORDERS 1. Epiglottitis- is inflammation of the epiglottis—the flap at the base of the tongue that keeps food from going into the trachea (windpipe). Symptoms are usually rapid in onset and include trouble swallowing which can result in drooling, changes to the voice, fever, and an increased breathing rate. ( common in children 3-7yrs)  Etiology: bacterial infection of the epiglottis. caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B w...

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NURSING HSC203 - Patho Midterm Review. 1. Review impetigo. • “A contagious bacterial skin infection forming pustules and yellow crusty sores” A common infection in infants and children but can also occur in adults.

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NURSING HSC203 - Patho Final Exam Study Guide. Review on rheumatic heart disease • Rheumatic heart disease is a condition in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged by rheumatic fever.

NURSING HSC203 - Patho Final Exam Review. Chapter 13: RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISORDERS Review on the following: • Epiglottitis - is inflammation of the epiglottis—the flap at the base of the tongue that keeps food from going into the trachea (windpipe).

NURSING HSC203 - Patho Final Exam Study Guide/NURSING HSC203 - Patho Final Exam Study Guide. Review on rheumatic heart disease • Rheumatic heart disease is a condition in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged by rheumatic fever. The heart valve damage may start shortly after untreated or under-treated streptococcal infection such as strep throat or scarlet fever. An immune response causes an inflammatory condition in the body which can result in on-going valve damage. C...