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What are the symptoms of a cold? - ANSWER:mild sore throat; hot, dry, prickly sensation in the nose
and back of the throat; nose congestion; watery eyes, sneezing, malaise; irritating, nonproductive
cough; sometimes muscle aches and headache
The upper respiratory tract consists of ______. - ANSWER:nose, sinuses, mouth, pharynx, larynx
acute viral rhinitis is also known as ______. - ANSWER:the common cold; other names are
nasopharyngitis, rhinopharyngitis, acute coryza, or head cold
Inflammation of the nose and upper respiratory tract is ______. - ANSWER:acute viral rhinitis
(common cold)
What are 2 ways to help avoid "catching" a cold? - ANSWER:avoid exposure to those who have a
cold, maintaining good health
How are viruses spread? - ANSWER:airborne droplet sprays from infected people during breathing,
speaking, coughing, or sneezing or by direct hand contact with a contaminated object
What can live on surfaces for prolonged periods of time? - ANSWER:viruses
What has many symptoms of a cold, but no fever? - ANSWER:allergic rhinitis
What causes allergic rhinitis? - ANSWER:reaction of the nasal mucosa to an allergen such as pollen or
dust
What symptoms does the common cold usually start with? - ANSWER:mild sore throat or a hot, dry,
prickly sensation in the nose and back of the throat
Do you usually have a fever with a cold? - ANSWER:No, if present it is usually under 101 degrees
How long does a cold last? - ANSWER:7 - 11 days but may take up to 14 days for all symptoms are
gone
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Can the common cold be cured? - ANSWER:No
What can be taken at the first signs of a cold to limit the duration and severity? - ANSWER:zinc
lozenges
How is allergic rhinitis treated? - ANSWER:Treatment is symptomatic. Antihistamines, steroids, and
sprays that stabilize the mucous cell membranes are often prescribed. Patient is taught to avoid the
offending allergens as much as possible. This may include filters for room air. If disorder severe, an
allergy evaluation is indicated so that a desensitization program can be started
What are some alternative treatments for an upper respiratory infection? - ANSWER:Echinacea,
goldenseal, or a combination of herbs, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids
What is a major goal in the care of a common cold? - ANSWER:prevention of a secondary bacterial
infection
How long is a person with a cold contagious? - ANSWER:3 days after symptoms first appear
What should a patient do during the first few days of illness? - ANSWER:stay indoors - preferably in
bed resting, increase fluid intake, drink fruit juice - especially citrus juices for the vitamin C, take mild
nonprescription analgesics to relieve muscle aches and headache
Why should older adults stay away from people who have a cold or URI? - ANSWER:They have
decreased immune function and may develop a secondary infection.
When a patient uses a nasal decongestant spray more than 3 days, what can occur? -
ANSWER:rebound effect, leaving the nose stuffier than before
Why should patients taking anticoagulants or NSAIDS avoid aspirin? - ANSWER:it prolongs clotting
time
3 Chapter 13 Care of Patients with Disorders System
Best Questions And Answers 100% Correct
What are the symptoms of a cold? - ANSWER:mild sore throat; hot, dry, prickly sensation in the nose
and back of the throat; nose congestion; watery eyes, sneezing, malaise; irritating, nonproductive
cough; sometimes muscle aches and headache
The upper respiratory tract consists of ______. - ANSWER:nose, sinuses, mouth, pharynx, larynx
acute viral rhinitis is also known as ______. - ANSWER:the common cold; other names are
nasopharyngitis, rhinopharyngitis, acute coryza, or head cold
Inflammation of the nose and upper respiratory tract is ______. - ANSWER:acute viral rhinitis
(common cold)
What are 2 ways to help avoid "catching" a cold? - ANSWER:avoid exposure to those who have a
cold, maintaining good health
How are viruses spread? - ANSWER:airborne droplet sprays from infected people during breathing,
speaking, coughing, or sneezing or by direct hand contact with a contaminated object
What can live on surfaces for prolonged periods of time? - ANSWER:viruses
What has many symptoms of a cold, but no fever? - ANSWER:allergic rhinitis
What causes allergic rhinitis? - ANSWER:reaction of the nasal mucosa to an allergen such as pollen or
dust
What symptoms does the common cold usually start with? - ANSWER:mild sore throat or a hot, dry,
prickly sensation in the nose and back of the throat
Do you usually have a fever with a cold? - ANSWER:No, if present it is usually under 101 degrees
How long does a cold last? - ANSWER:7 - 11 days but may take up to 14 days for all symptoms are
gone
, Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts and Practice Edition
3 Chapter 13 Care of Patients with Disorders System
Best Questions And Answers 100% Correct
Can the common cold be cured? - ANSWER:No
What can be taken at the first signs of a cold to limit the duration and severity? - ANSWER:zinc
lozenges
How is allergic rhinitis treated? - ANSWER:Treatment is symptomatic. Antihistamines, steroids, and
sprays that stabilize the mucous cell membranes are often prescribed. Patient is taught to avoid the
offending allergens as much as possible. This may include filters for room air. If disorder severe, an
allergy evaluation is indicated so that a desensitization program can be started
What are some alternative treatments for an upper respiratory infection? - ANSWER:Echinacea,
goldenseal, or a combination of herbs, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids
What is a major goal in the care of a common cold? - ANSWER:prevention of a secondary bacterial
infection
How long is a person with a cold contagious? - ANSWER:3 days after symptoms first appear
What should a patient do during the first few days of illness? - ANSWER:stay indoors - preferably in
bed resting, increase fluid intake, drink fruit juice - especially citrus juices for the vitamin C, take mild
nonprescription analgesics to relieve muscle aches and headache
Why should older adults stay away from people who have a cold or URI? - ANSWER:They have
decreased immune function and may develop a secondary infection.
When a patient uses a nasal decongestant spray more than 3 days, what can occur? -
ANSWER:rebound effect, leaving the nose stuffier than before
Why should patients taking anticoagulants or NSAIDS avoid aspirin? - ANSWER:it prolongs clotting
time
