Respiratory Disorders
Which of the following is an inflammation of nasal sinuses that may be acute or chronic?
a) otitis media
b) sinusitis
c) pneumonia
d) tuberculosis
Explanation: the sinuses are holes in the skull between the facial bones.
How many large sinuses are found in human?
a) two
b) three
c) four
d) ten
Explanation: two inside the cheekbones (the maxillary sinuses) and two above the eyes ( the frontal sinuses)
Which of the following is/are the cause/s of sinusitis?
a) infection (bacterial or viral)
b) allergic reaction such as dust pollen
c) excessive dryness and air conditioning
d) all of these
Which of the following is/are the symptoms of acute sinusitis?
a) fever and entering of nasal fluid into pharynx
b) nasal obstruction and pus-like nasal discharge
c) loss of sense of smell, facial pain or headache
d) all of these
Explanation: acute sinusitis is short lasting normally 2 to 8 weeks
Which of the following treatment you will take if the sinusitis is due to bacterial infection?
a) antibiotics
b) sulfa drugs
c) antiviral
d) both a and b
