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1
Q

What causes epiglottis

A

H influenza

2
Q

Is this a virus or a bacteria

A

Bacteria

3
Q

What is the usual age of children who gets epiglottis

A

2 to 5 years old

4
Q

What are the signs and symptoms of epiglottis

A

The 3d’s (drooling, dysphasia, dysphonia)( no voice)

5
Q

What will the child look during a episode?

A

Sitting up right, tongue protrude
drooling
rapid breathing

6
Q

Can epiglottis being treated at home

A

No

7
Q

If your child cannot breathe what might be done

A

Intubation

8
Q

What medications will be given to treat epiglottis

A

Anabiotic therapy

9
Q

How can epiglottis be avoided

A

By getting h influenza vaccine

10
Q

What is epiglottis and what does it do?

A

It is a lap of skin at the base of the tongue. Eat open and closes during breathing

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