Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasia & Childhood Disorders

These flashcards cover key terminology and concepts related to respiratory tract infections, neoplasia, and childhood disorders.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

A virus that is a common cause of respiratory infections, particularly in children under 3 years.

Rhinoviruses

Viral agents prevalent in the early fall and late spring; the most common cause of the common cold.

Rhinosinusitis

Sinusitis that can develop when upper respiratory infections narrow the ostia and obstruct mucus flow.

Antigenic Shift

The process by which influenza virus can develop new hemagglutinin and neuraminidase subtypes, leading to pandemics.

Pneumonia

An infection that can be classified by agent, distribution, and setting; can be caused by bacteria or viruses.

Acute Bacterial Pneumonia

A common cause of morbidity in the elderly, often due to bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae.

Bronchiogenic Carcinoma

A type of lung cancer that originates from bronchial epithelial cells, making up 95% of primary lung cancers.

Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)

A common respiratory disease in premature infants caused by pulmonary immaturity and lack of surfactant.

Spasmodic Croup

A viral infection affecting children, often of allergic origin, that commonly occurs at night.

Epiglottitis

A life-threatening supraglottic infection in children which can cause airway obstruction and asphyxia.