Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Epiglottitis PDF
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This document discusses epiglottitis, a potentially fatal condition in infants and children. It outlines the causes, signs/symptoms and management strategies for this medical condition. Keywords include epiglottitis, pediatric care, and medical conditions.
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Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Epiglottitis An acute inflammation of the epiglottis, potentially fatal Causes: Bacterial infection or injury Very rare now due to HIB vaccine Signs/Symptoms: Fever Unwell/ distressed/irritab...
Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Epiglottitis An acute inflammation of the epiglottis, potentially fatal Causes: Bacterial infection or injury Very rare now due to HIB vaccine Signs/Symptoms: Fever Unwell/ distressed/irritable Stridor Difficult and painful to swallow Sitting up/ drooling/ chin forwards ©Department of Clinical Education & Standards Unwell Infant and Child - Component 10 Management of Epiglottitis Same as croup plus: NEVER place anything in the child’s mouth Priority call to hospital Remember: Upper airway compromise can be made worse by any procedure that may distress the child ©Department of Clinical Education & Standards
