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?

<p>At an emergency care facility without attempting to open the mouth forcefully (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be monitored in individuals with epiglottitis?

<p>Oxygen saturation (PaO2) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the epiglottis?

<p>Preventing food and water from entering the trachea and lungs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of epiglottitis in children?

<p>Infection with Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) bacteria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

<p>Fever, sore throat, stridor, difficult and painful swallowing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the condition of epiglottitis be diagnosed?

<p>At an emergency care facility with no attempt at home to open the mouth forcefully and view the throat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What needs to be monitored in a patient with epiglottitis?

<p>Oxygen saturation (PaO2) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Maintaining PaO2 &gt; 94% with humidified oxygen and mask (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It appears as a 'thumb' sign (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To reduce the edema of the epiglottis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Only after the airway is protected (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To permit airflow into the lungs if the epiglottis is blocking the airway (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It appears as a 'thumb' sign (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Humidified oxygen with a mask (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>If the epiglottis is blocking the airway (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To reduce the edema of the epiglottis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To treat any responsible infections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Epiglottis function?

Prevents food/water from entering the trachea and lungs.

Common cause of epiglottitis in children?

Infection with Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) bacteria

Symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

Fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing.

Epiglottitis Diagnosis?

Emergency care facility, avoid forced mouth opening.

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What to monitor in epiglottitis?

Oxygen saturation (PaO2)

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Epiglottis 'thumb' sign?

Swollen epiglottis appearance on X-ray.

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Corticosteroids for epiglottitis?

To reduce the edema of the epiglottis

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Tracheostomy for epiglottitis?

To permit airflow into the lungs if the epiglottis is blocking the airway

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Prevent complications, maintain PaO2?

Maintaining PaO2 > 94% with humidified oxygen and mask

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Tracheostomy for epiglottitis needed when?

If the epiglottis is blocking the airway

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Broad spectrum antibiotics for epiglottitis?

To treat any responsible infections

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When to X-ray a suspected Epiglottitis patient?

Only after the airway is protected

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