Epiglottitis

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What is the main function of the epiglottis?

Producing saliva for digestion

Aiding in vocalization

Assisting in breathing

Preventing food and water from entering the trachea and the lungs (correct)

What is the most common cause of epiglottitis in children?

Inhalation of dust particles

Exposure to cold temperatures

Infection with Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) bacteria (correct)

Allergic reactions to food

What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

Joint pain, headache, and fatigue

Fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing (correct)

Chest pain, coughing, and runny nose

Abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea

How should epiglottitis be diagnosed?

At an emergency care facility without attempting to open the mouth forcefully Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be monitored in individuals with epiglottitis?

Oxygen saturation (PaO2) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the epiglottis?

Preventing food and water from entering the trachea and lungs Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of epiglottitis in children?

Infection with Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) bacteria Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

Fever, sore throat, stridor, difficult and painful swallowing Signup and view all the answers

How should the condition of epiglottitis be diagnosed?

At an emergency care facility with no attempt at home to open the mouth forcefully and view the throat Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be monitored in a patient with epiglottitis?

Oxygen saturation (PaO2) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended measure to prevent further complications in a patient with epiglottitis?

Maintaining PaO2 > 94% with humidified oxygen and mask Signup and view all the answers

What is the appearance of a swollen epiglottis in an X-ray of the neck?

It appears as a 'thumb' sign Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using corticosteroids in the treatment of epiglottitis?

To reduce the edema of the epiglottis Signup and view all the answers

When should an X-ray of the neck be performed in a patient with suspected epiglottitis?

Only after the airway is protected Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tracheostomy in the management of epiglottitis?

To permit airflow into the lungs if the epiglottis is blocking the airway Signup and view all the answers

What is the appearance of a swollen epiglottis on an X-ray of the neck?

It appears as a 'thumb' sign Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended measure to prevent further complications by maintaining PaO2?

Humidified oxygen with a mask Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario might tracheostomy be required for a patient with epiglottitis?

If the epiglottis is blocking the airway Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using corticosteroids in the treatment of epiglottitis?

To reduce the edema of the epiglottis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering broad spectrum antibiotics in the treatment of epiglottitis?

To treat any responsible infections Signup and view all the answers

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What is the main function of the epiglottis?

What is the most common cause of epiglottitis in children?

What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

How should epiglottitis be diagnosed?

What needs to be monitored in individuals with epiglottitis?

What is the main function of the epiglottis?

What is the most common cause of epiglottitis in children?

What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

How should the condition of epiglottitis be diagnosed?

What needs to be monitored in a patient with epiglottitis?

What is the recommended measure to prevent further complications in a patient with epiglottitis?

What is the appearance of a swollen epiglottis in an X-ray of the neck?

What is the purpose of using corticosteroids in the treatment of epiglottitis?

When should an X-ray of the neck be performed in a patient with suspected epiglottitis?

What is the purpose of a tracheostomy in the management of epiglottitis?

What is the appearance of a swollen epiglottis on an X-ray of the neck?

What is the recommended measure to prevent further complications by maintaining PaO2?

In what scenario might tracheostomy be required for a patient with epiglottitis?

What is the purpose of using corticosteroids in the treatment of epiglottitis?

What is the purpose of administering broad spectrum antibiotics in the treatment of epiglottitis?

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