'Respiratory secretions' presentation slideshows

Influenza Update

Influenza Update. Eliane Haron, M.D. Influenza Viruses. Orthomyxoviruses Enveloped, RNA viruses Estimated to measure 80-120 nm in diameter Subtypes A, B and C Mainly A and B cause significant infection in humans. Subtype C can cause mild infection without seasonality.

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Chapter 14

Chapter 14. Antihistamines and Nasal Decongestants. Conditions Treated. Allergic Rhinitis Environmental allergens -> inflammation Sinusitis Middle ear infections Upper Respiratory Infections Common Cold Virus or microbe damages tissue , -> inflammation. Inflammatory Response.

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Dr. wasan Abdul-ilah Bakir

THE BORDETELLAE. Dr. wasan Abdul-ilah Bakir. THE BORDETELLAE. There are several species of Bordetella : 1- Bordetella pertussis , a highly communicable and important pathogen of humans, causes whooping cough (pertussis).

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Drugs to Treat Respiratory Disorders

Drugs to Treat Respiratory Disorders. Bronchoconstriction. Result from release ACH, histamine and inflammatory mediators Vagus nerve releases ACH ACH triggers release of pulmonary secretions Treated with sympathomimetics. Chronic Inflammation. Prolonged exposure to airway irritants

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Prevention of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections

Prevention of Lower Respiratory Tract Infections. Learning objectives. Explain the relevance of pneumonia in health care institutions. Outline elements for defining HAI pneumonia. Identify risk factors for pneumonia. Describe the measures for prevention of pneumonia. Time involved.

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CHAPTER 32

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INFLUENZA ( FLU )

INFLUENZA ( FLU ) PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES! SELF-LEARNING MODULE Objectives To promote the influenza vaccination program To institute Infection Control measures for the prevention of influenza To increase vaccination rate among employees

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History The first case of CDV was described in 1905 by Dr. Henri Carre.

highly contagious disease caused by a virus that attacks the respiratory , gastrointestinal , and often, the nervous systems of puppies and dogs. Infected dogs shed the virus through bodily secretions and excretions , especially respiratory secretions .

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Chapter 15

Chapter 15. Expectorants and Antitussive Agents. Expectorants and Antitussive Agents. Drugs that aid in the expectoration (removal) of mucus Reduce the viscosity of secretions Stimulate the flow of respiratory secretions. Secretions.

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Mycoplasma, & Ureaplasma Species

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