ACUTE EPIGLOTTITIS Flashcards
1
Q
What microorganism is acute epiglottitis caused by?
A
haemophilus influenzae type b
2
Q
Why have the cases of acute epiglottitis reduced in the UK?
A
due to the introduction of HIB vaccines
3
Q
What are the signs and symptoms of acute epiglottitis?
A
- high temp
- stridor
- drooling
4.tripod position
4
Q
What is the onset like for acute epiglottitis?
A
Rapid
5
Q
How is a diagnosis made in acute epiglottitis?
A
direct visualisation
6
Q
When are X-rays done in diagnosis of acute epiglottitis?
A
if there is a foreign body
7
Q
What is the “thumb sign” in acute epiglottitis?
A
X ray lateral view of the throat
if there is a foreign body
shows swelling of epiglottis
8
Q
What is the “steeple sign”?
A
x ray view posterior anterior
subglottic narrowing in croup
9
Q
What is the management of acute epiglottititis?
A
- immediate senior input - ent, anaesthetics (those who can provide airway support)
- do NOT examine
- oxygen
- iv antibiotics
