MDC III Exam 2 Study Guide: Respiratory
Disorders EXAM 2026 COMPLETE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ACCURATE ANSWERS
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Rhinitis -CORRECTANSWER Inflammation of the nasal mucosa caused by allergens,
viruses, or irritants. Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and
itchy/watery eyes. Allergic rhinitis = IgE-mediated; viral rhinitis = self-limiting.
Rhinitis Management -CORRECTANSWER Decongestants should only be used 3-5
days; overuse leads to rebound congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa). Best management
= allergen avoidance, hydration, and humidification.
Viral Rhinitis -CORRECTANSWER Self-limiting viral infection. Treat with rest, fluids,
OTC meds. Antibiotics are not indicated. Hand hygiene prevents spread.
Rhinosinusitis -CORRECTANSWER Sinus drainage obstruction → infection → facial
pain, pressure, purulent discharge, headache. Bacterial cases need antibiotics; saline
irrigation and analgesics help relieve congestion.
Rhinosinusitis (Care) -CORRECTANSWER Avoid overusing decongestants; it causes
rebound congestion. Saline sprays and hydration loosen secretions. Complete
antibiotics if prescribed.
, Pharyngitis (Strep) -CORRECTANSWER Group A strep causes sore throat, fever,
erythema, tonsillar exudate. Confirm with throat culture. Prevent rheumatic
fever/glomerulonephritis with full antibiotic course.
Pharyngitis (Teaching) -CORRECTANSWER Complete antibiotics fully. Replace
toothbrush after recovery. Avoid sharing food/drinks to prevent reinfection.
Chronic Pharyngitis -CORRECTANSWER Results from smoke, dust, alcohol, or chronic
irritation. Treatment = remove irritant, increase hydration.
Tonsillitis/Adenoiditis -CORRECTANSWER Snoring and mouth breathing = airway
obstruction → priority. Enlarged tonsils block airway, especially during sleep.
Post-Tonsillectomy -CORRECTANSWER Frequent swallowing = early bleeding sign.
Avoid suctioning, coughing, or red fluids that mask blood.
Peritonsillar Abscess -CORRECTANSWER Untreated tonsillitis → pus pocket beside
tonsils → drooling, muffled voice, trismus. Priority: Maintain airway and prepare for
drainage.
Abscess Management -CORRECTANSWER IV antibiotics and possible
incision/drainage. Monitor airway; provide hydration and pain control.
Disorders EXAM 2026 COMPLETE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ACCURATE ANSWERS
|ALREADY PASSED!!
Rhinitis -CORRECTANSWER Inflammation of the nasal mucosa caused by allergens,
viruses, or irritants. Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and
itchy/watery eyes. Allergic rhinitis = IgE-mediated; viral rhinitis = self-limiting.
Rhinitis Management -CORRECTANSWER Decongestants should only be used 3-5
days; overuse leads to rebound congestion (rhinitis medicamentosa). Best management
= allergen avoidance, hydration, and humidification.
Viral Rhinitis -CORRECTANSWER Self-limiting viral infection. Treat with rest, fluids,
OTC meds. Antibiotics are not indicated. Hand hygiene prevents spread.
Rhinosinusitis -CORRECTANSWER Sinus drainage obstruction → infection → facial
pain, pressure, purulent discharge, headache. Bacterial cases need antibiotics; saline
irrigation and analgesics help relieve congestion.
Rhinosinusitis (Care) -CORRECTANSWER Avoid overusing decongestants; it causes
rebound congestion. Saline sprays and hydration loosen secretions. Complete
antibiotics if prescribed.
, Pharyngitis (Strep) -CORRECTANSWER Group A strep causes sore throat, fever,
erythema, tonsillar exudate. Confirm with throat culture. Prevent rheumatic
fever/glomerulonephritis with full antibiotic course.
Pharyngitis (Teaching) -CORRECTANSWER Complete antibiotics fully. Replace
toothbrush after recovery. Avoid sharing food/drinks to prevent reinfection.
Chronic Pharyngitis -CORRECTANSWER Results from smoke, dust, alcohol, or chronic
irritation. Treatment = remove irritant, increase hydration.
Tonsillitis/Adenoiditis -CORRECTANSWER Snoring and mouth breathing = airway
obstruction → priority. Enlarged tonsils block airway, especially during sleep.
Post-Tonsillectomy -CORRECTANSWER Frequent swallowing = early bleeding sign.
Avoid suctioning, coughing, or red fluids that mask blood.
Peritonsillar Abscess -CORRECTANSWER Untreated tonsillitis → pus pocket beside
tonsils → drooling, muffled voice, trismus. Priority: Maintain airway and prepare for
drainage.
Abscess Management -CORRECTANSWER IV antibiotics and possible
incision/drainage. Monitor airway; provide hydration and pain control.
