Weblower respiratory tract infections Acute Cough, Bronchitis (CKS Acute Bronchitis in 12years onwards, NG120 acute cough) In previously healthy patients most cases of acute bronchitis are associated with viral infection. WebStrategies to lower carbon footprint and optimise prescribing include: • Identify and reduce SABA overuse • Change to combination inhalers where clinically appropriate • Discuss change to lower carbon footprint inhaler (ie dry powder or soft mist during reviews) • Do not switch without device assessment Use a placebo to observe:

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WebAppropriate Antibiotic Use for Acute Respiratory Tract Infection in Adults: Advice for High-Value Care From the American College of Physicians and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2016) ... Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension in Adults Aged 60 Years or Older to Higher Versus Lower Blood Pressure Targets: A Clinical Practice ... Webo Lower respiratory tract infections – Removed as deemed as unnecessary o Acute bronchitis – Add ‘do not routinely prescribe’ in 1st line choice section o Acute exacerbation of COPD – Add “and increased shortness of breath and/or increased sputum volume” o Community acquire pneumonia – Add CRP65 score = 3 incontinence always

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WebImmediately refer children with bronchiolitis for emergency hospital care (usually by 999 ambulance) if there are any of the following: Apnoea (observed or reported). Child looks seriously unwell. Severe respiratory distress, for example grunting, marked chest recession, or a respiratory rate of over 70 breaths/minute. Central cyanosis. WebAn upper respiratory tract infection should be considered in a child with a cough, symptoms and signs of infection, and a clear chest on examination. Common, potentially serious causes of cough in children include pneumonia, viral-induced wheeze, or an infective exacerbation of asthma. Coronavirus (COVID 19) should also be considered. Webget the same benefit on a lower dose. Gabapentinoids are licenced for neuropathic pain and are very unlikely to be of benefit when prescribed for non-neuropathic pain.5 Side effects of gabapentinoids include sedation, weight gain, suicidal ideation, mood changes, hallucinations, muscle and joint pain, sexual dysfunction, and impaired immune incontinence and blood in urine