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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What needs to be monitored in individuals with epiglottitis?

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

    What are the symptoms of epiglottitis in children?

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

    What needs to be monitored in a patient with epiglottitis?

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

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