Epiglottis

Question 1

MOST ACUTE URI S&S

Answer 1

Rare if HiB vaccine given
Edema of epiglottis
Tripod position
Severe sore throat
Stridor
Difficulty swallowing
Flushed skin
Muffled voice
Drooling
Fever

Question 2

Management

Answer 2

Secure pts airway
Endotracheal tube
Might need tracheostomy