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14 Cards in this Set
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Uvula
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prevents food going up to nasal
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epiglottis
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close off food/liquids entering lungs
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Rhinitis
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inflammation of the nares
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What is the MAX amount of Tylenol?
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4 g/day
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Tx for Rhinitis
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Rest
Increase fluids handwashing ASA, usually followed by a fever |
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Streptococcal Sore Throat
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Bacterial infection
(Tx-antibiotics, PCN) |
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s/s of Streptococcal Sore Throat?
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general weakness
high fever sore throat pus on tonsils |
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laryngitis
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inflammation of the larynx
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How do you get Laryngitis?
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over use of the voice
resp. infection smoking |
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Tx for Laryngitis
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Hydration, humidity inhalation
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alternative to humidifier
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hot shower
hot towel over the head like a tent. over a sink |
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Chronic Resp. Disorders
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Snoring
Sleep Apnea Syndrome Allergic rhinitis |
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Sinusitis
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inflammation of the sinus located in the head
lead to pneumonia, ear infection |
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snoring causes
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enlarged tongue
over weight |
