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Pediatric viral rhinitis
PA CLin Med
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Health Care
Graduate
09/19/2009

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Term
which virus most commonly causes acute viral rhinitis?
Definition
rhinovirus
Term
how many colds per year do children <5yo get?
Definition
6-12! and can last up to 14d!
Term
rhinovirus can survive on surfaces for:
Definition
several days
Term
clinical presentation of acute viral rhinitis:
Definition
clear OR mucoid rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, fever, erythematous nose/throat/ear
Term
3 differential Dx for the common cold:
Definition
1. sinusitis
2. RSV
3. Pneumonia
Term
Sx Tx for colds (4):
Definition
1. ibuprofen/acetaminophen (fevr&aches)
2. saline drops/humidifier
3. Vicks
4. Honey (except if child is <1yo)
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