One difference between viral and bacterial pharyngitis is that:
1. viral pharyngitis has a gradual onset of symptoms; bacterial pharyngitis has an abrupt onset of symptoms.
2. bacterial pharyngitis has a normal complete blood count (CBC); viral pharyngitis has an abnormal CBC.
3. glomerulonephritis can be a complication of viral pharyngitis.
4. cultures are positive with viral pharyngitis and negative with bacterial pharyngitis.
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The difference in onset is a quick and easy preliminary assessment of the type of pharyngitis.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1222
OBJ: 4 TOP: Disorders of the Throat
KEY: Nursing Process Step: N/A MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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