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epiglottis
The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage at the base of the tongue at the very back of the throat. It stops food from going into the windpipe (trachea) when swallowing. When the epiglottis becomes swollen and inflamed, it is called epiglottitis.
The main symptoms of epiglottitis in young children are breathing difficulties, stridor and a hoarse voice.
croup
Croup is a common childhood illness that causes swelling in the upper airway. This can cause a change in voice and characteristic “croupy” cough that sounds like a seal or bark.
pulm embo after surg
A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot blocks an artery in the lungs. The risk of pulmonary embolism after surgery is highest for the first 1–6 weeks, particularly if a person cannot move around. Takin anticoagulants, using compression devices, and gradually increasing movement can reduce the ris
TIA
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a stroke that lasts only a few minutes. It occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is briefly interrupted. TIA symptoms, which usually occur suddenly, are similar to those of stroke but do not last as long.
cerebral thrombosis
cerebral venous sinus thrombosis? Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) occurs when a blood clot forms in the brain’s venous sinuses.
CpR on child/baby
Using both thumbs at the same time, push hard down and fast about 1 ½ inches at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute.
cushings reflex
The Cushing reflex (vasopressor response, Cushing reaction, Cushing effect, and Cushing phenomenon) is a physiological nervous system response to acute elevations of intracranial pressure (ICP)
The classic Cushing response is comprised of a triad of clinical signs including increased systolic pressure/wide pulse pressure, bradycardia, and respiratory irregularity (hypertension, bradyc, apnea)
absence seizure
An absence seizure causes you to blank out or stare into space for a few seconds. They can also be called petit mal seizures
