Ch. 382

Question 1

Space located between the pharynx and the cervical vertebrae and extending down into the superior mediastinum

Answer 1

Retropharyngeal space

Question 2

Space bounded by the pharynx medially, the carotid sheath posteriorly, and the muscles of the styloid process laterally

Answer 2

Lateral pharyngeal space

Question 3

3 stages of infected node

Answer 3

1) Cellulitis 2) Phlegmon 3) Abscess

Question 4

Retropharyngeal abscess occurs most commonly in what age group

Answer 4

Children younger than 3-4 yr

Question 5

____ provides the definitive diagnosis of neck abscess

Answer 5

Incision and drainage and culture of an abscessed node

Question 6

Peritonsillar cellulitis and/or abscess___ should be considered if there is failure to improve within 24 hrs of any therapy and needle aspiration

Answer 6

Tonsillectomy