Subglottic Stenosis and Laryngeal Fracture Quiz
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What is a possible differential diagnosis for inpatients with possible supraglottitis?

  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Acute tonsillitis (correct)
  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Viral croup

    • What should be prepared prior to bringing a patient with possible supraglottitis into the room?

  • Endotracheal tube
  • Nasogastric tube
  • Oxygen mask
  • Tracheotomy set with appropriate tracheostomy tube sizes (correct)

    • Which type of antibiotic therapy is typically initiated intraoperatively for patients with supraglottitis?

  • Tetracycline
  • Macrolide
  • Penicillin
  • Second- or third-generation cephalosporin (correct)

    • What is the total recommended treatment duration, including oral regimen, for patients with supraglottitis?

    <p>7-10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be observed during direct examination of the larynx in a patient with supraglottitis?

    <p>Edematous, erythematous epiglottis with variable obstruction of the airway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT typically part of the differential diagnosis for patients with possible supraglottitis?

    <p>Gastric ulcer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a tracheotomy set in managing patients with supraglottitis?

    <p>Securing the airway in case of emergency obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended oral regimen duration for patients with supraglottitis post-extubation?

    <p>7-10 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of antibiotic is commonly used intraoperatively for supraglottitis patients?

    <p>Second- or third-generation cephalosporin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration before bringing a patient with possible supraglottitis into the room?

    <p>Having a tracheotomy set ready</p> Signup and view all the answers

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