15 Questions
What is the most common form of sleep apnea syndrome?
Obstructive sleep apnea
What is the recommended treatment for obstructive sleep apnea in adults?
Nasal operations and uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
What can extensive nocturnal hypoxia lead to in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea?
Pulmonary hypertension
What is a common feature in the assessment of obstructive sleep apnea in children?
Polycythemia
What is the most valuable information for initial assessment of obstructive sleep apnea?
Partner or parent's history
What is the most common cause of epiglottitis infection?
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB)
What are the typical symptoms of acute epiglottitis?
Dysphagia, dysphonia, dyspnea, and drooling
What is the characteristic posture assumed by a child with acute epiglottitis?
Leaning forward supported by the arms and a hyperextended neck
What is the initial treatment for acute epiglottitis?
Placement of an artificial airway
Which infection has become less common in developed countries due to immunization in children?
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB)
Which of the following is a life-threatening infection of the epiglottis and adjacent supraglottic structures?
Acute Epiglottitis
What is the characteristic posture assumed by a child with acute epiglottitis?
Leaning forward with the chin thrust forward
What is the most common cause of epiglottitis infection?
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB)
What are the '4 Ds' associated with acute epiglottitis?
Dysphagia, Dysphonia, Dyspnea, Drooling
What is the initial treatment for acute epiglottitis?
Placement of an artificial airway
Test your knowledge of obstructive sleep apnea, the most common form of sleep apnea syndrome characterized by intermittent airway obstruction due to inadequate muscle tone/coordination in the pharynx. Learn about the associated factors, treatment options for adults and children, and the physiological effects of OSA.
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