epiglottitis

Question 1

what causes acute epiglottitis

Answer 1

h.influenza type B

Question 2

features of epiglottitis

Answer 2

rapid onset
high temp and generally unwell
stridor
drooling of saliva
tripod position (find it easier to breath leaning forward and extending their neck)

Question 3

how to diagnose epiglottitis

Answer 3

direct visualisation (only by senior/airway trained)
x-rays: thumb sign

Question 4

management of epiglottitis

Answer 4

immediate senior involvement
ETT
oxygen
IV abx