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Pathophysiology Final Chapter 13-22. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISORDERS 1. Epiglottitis- is inflammation of the epiglottis—the flap at the base of the tongue that keeps food from going into the trachea (windpipe). Symptoms are usually rapid in onset and include trouble swallowing which can result in drooling, changes to the voice, fever, and an increased breathing rate. ( common in children 3-7yrs)  Etiology: bacterial infection of the epiglottis. caused by Haemophilus influenzae type B w...

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NURSING HSC203 - Patho Midterm Review/NURSING HSC203 - Patho Midterm Review. 1. Review impetigo. • “A contagious bacterial skin infection forming pustules and yellow crusty sores” A common infection in infants and children but can also occur in adults. It is highly contagious infection. Impetigo is a significant threat to neonates in the nursery due to their immature or compromised immune system. 2. Review on HIV- When a patient has HIV infection, what refers to that window period ...

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NURSING HSC203 - Patho Midterm Review. 1. Review impetigo. • “A contagious bacterial skin infection forming pustules and yellow crusty sores” A common infection in infants and children but can also occur in adults.

NURSING HSC203 - Patho Final Exam Study Guide. Review on rheumatic heart disease • Rheumatic heart disease is a condition in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged by rheumatic fever.