URI Symptoms
Age: years old
Gender:
HISTORY:
Presents with a - history of upper respiratory symptoms
Symptoms include:
, of phlegm
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Worsening factors:
Alleviating factors: ,
Contributing factors:
no history of: , , ,
EXAM:
General appearance: ,
Vital signs: , BP , HR , RR , SpO2 %, Temp °
Eyes: conjunctiva/sclera , lids/lashes
Ears: tympanic membranes , auditory canal on , hearing
Nose: , discharge ,
Throat: , , ,
Neck: , , , c-spine
Heart: , ,
Lungs: , ,
Skin: on
Extremities: , , cap refill sec, pulses , ,
ASSESSMENT:
DDx: viral URI, bacterial pharyngitis, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, postnasal drip, asthma exacerbation, COPD exacerbation, acute bronchitis, pneumonia, COVID-19, influenza, pertussis, foreign body aspiration, epiglottitis, tonsillitis, adenoiditis, laryngitis, laryngopharyngeal reflux, mononucleosis, herpangina
PLAN:
Investigations:
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- Chest X-ray
- Blood work: , , ,
Treatments:
- Nasal saline irrigation
- Hydration maintenance
- Rest and sleep
- Over-the-counter decongestants
- Cough suppressants
- Ibuprofen or acetaminophen as needed for pain or fever
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Further care:
- Follow-up in
- Return if symptoms worsen or if new symptoms develop
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