Epiglottitis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the most common cause of epiglottitis?
A
Haemophilius B
2
Q
What are the symptoms of epiglottitis?
A
Fever
Throat pain
Difficulty swallowing
Difficulty speaking - ‘hot potato’ voice
Drooling
Tripod position
Inspiratory stridoe
NO cough
3
Q
Investigations for epiglottitis?
A
Secure airway
Laryngoscopy to visualise epiglottis and diagnose
Throat swab
Lateral neck XR - thumb sign
CT/MRI if potential abscess formation
4
Q
Management of epiglottitis?
A
Avoid upsetting child to avoid further airway obstruction
Endotracheal intubation
Culture of throat
IV cefuroxime
5
Q
Complications of epiglottitis?
A
Abscess formation
Bacteraemia and sepsis
Meningitis
Pneumothorax
Airway obstruction and death
