Deck 84: Acute Bronchitis

Question 1

A patient develops a dry, nonproductive cough and is diagnosed with bronchitis. Several days later, the cough becomes productive with mucoid sputum. What may be prescribed to help with symptoms?

A) Antibiotic therapy
B) Antitussive medication
C) Bronchodilator treatment
D) Mucokinetic agents

Answer 1

B

Question 2

An adult patient who had pertussis immunizations as a child is exposed to pertussis and develops a runny nose, low-grade fever, and upper respiratory illness symptoms without a paroxysmal cough. What is recommended for this patient?

A) A prescription for a macrolides
B) Isolation if paroxysmal cough develops
C) Pertussis vaccine booster
D) Symptomatic care only

Answer 2

A

Question 3

A 35-year old patient develops acute viral bronchitis. Which is the focus for the management of symptoms in this patient?

A) Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole therapy
B) Antibiotic therapy
C) Supportive care
D) Antitussive therapy

Answer 3

C