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- 1. ACUTE NASOPHARYNGITIS PRESENTED BY…… MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 2. INTRODUCTION •Nasopharyngitis is also known as common cold. •It is swelling of the nasal passage and back of the throat. MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 3. DEFINITION • Nasopharyngitis is an inflammation of the nasal passages and the pharynx (back of the throat), most commonly caused by a viral infection. MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 4. RISK FACTORS FOR NASOPHARYNGITIS IN CHILDREN Young age (<5 years) Daycare/school attendance Lack of breastfeeding Poor hand hygiene Crowded living conditions Most common during the winter and spring seasons.
- 5. ETIOLOGY/CAUSES •Rhinovirus (most common) •Coronavirus •Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) •Adenovirus •Influenza and parainfluenza viruses MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 6. MODES OF TRANSMISSION Mode How It Happens Droplet transmission • Coughing • sneezing • talking releases respiratory droplets into the air. Direct contact • Touching hands, faces, or shared objects of an infected person. Indirect contact • Touching surfaces (doorknobs, toys, tables) • contaminated with infected secretions and then touching mouth/nose/eyes.
- 7. SIGN AND SYMPTOMS • Symptoms of nasopharyngitis are more severe in infants and children than in adults. Dryness and irritation of nasal passages Sneezing Chilly sensation Low grade fever Nasal stiffness Rhinitis Nasal discharge Coughing MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 8. DIAGNOSTIC TESTING 1. Clinical Examination:-Observation of symptoms 2. Medical History 3.Diagnostic Tests (if needed):- • Throat swab and culture (to rule out bacterial infection like strep throat) • Nasal swab in some cases to detect specific viruses • CBC (Complete Blood Count) to differentiate viral vs. bacterial infection MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 9. MANAGEMENT MEDICAL MANAGEMENT- • Antibiotics are recommended to treat bacterial infection. • But there is no specific treatment for viral nasopharyngitis. • Symptomatic treatment includes: Antipyretics, (e.g., paracetamol) which are administered to reduce fever. Nasal saline drops are instilled to relieve nasal congestion. Decongestant nasal drops (e.g., Nasoclear,) and cough suppressants (Benadryl Dry, Corex-D )may be prescribed in older children. MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 10. NURSING MANAGEMENT – Place the child in a semi-fowler's position using pillows to facilitate lung expansion. Encourage increased fluid intake to decrease the viscosity of secretions. Increase humidity by using cool mist vaporizers to relieve stuffiness of the nose. Use a vaporizer, or steam from hot water to help relieve congestion. Administer antibiotics as prescribed after a positive culture result (throat swab). MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
- 11. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of salt in warm water and gargle it. This can help relieve sore throat pain. Add honey to soothe a sore throat. Do not give honey to children below 1 year due to risk of botulism. Provide a well-balanced diet to the child (rich in proteins). • PREVENTION- Wash hands often with soap, especially when around others with cold. Wash or disinfect commonly used items like toys, doorknobs, phones, and handles. MS. ANEETA SHARMA NURSING LECTRUR (CHILD HEALTH NURSIN)
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