The pediatric clinic nurse cares for many children with viral upper respiratory infections. Which seasonal characteristics of these infections would the clinic nurse include when educating parents? (Select all that apply.)

Question

A.
Adenovirus is very prevalent in the winter.
B.
Coronavirus is commonly seen in the spring.
C.
Infections with parainfluenza are seen in autumn.
D.
Respiratory syncytial virus is a problem in summer.
E.
Rhinovirus is more common in the early fall.

Answer 1

ANS: A, B, C, E
The seasonal nature of common viruses leading to respiratory infections includes the following correlations: adenovirus is common in winter and spring, coronavirus is common in winter and spring, parainfluenza is common in winter, respiratory syncytial virus is common in winter and spring, and rhinovirus is common in early fall and late spring.