Epiglottitis Flashcards
1
Q
Age
A
1-6 years
2
Q
Presentation
- High fevers
- Painful throat preventing speaking or swallowing
- Inspiratory […] and rapidly increasing respiratory difficulty over […]
- Child sits immobile, […] with […] mouth to optimise airway
- Minimal or absent […]
A
stridor, hours
upright, open
cough
3
Q
When to suspect
A
if they were born overseas with poor immunisation coverage or are refugees who did not have reliable access to healthcare
4
Q
Mx - EMERGENCY
Senior ENT, anaesthetic and paediatric support is required as soon as possible alongside notifying PICU
- Do not examine or upset the child in the absence of […] support
- Securing the […] is the first priority. Endotracheal intubation may be necessary.
- Once the airway is secure, take […] and examine the throat
- Treat with IV antibiotics: […]
A
senior
airway
cultures
cefuroxime
