Epiglottitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is epiglottitis?
A
Life threatening inflammation of epiglottis
2
Q
What organisms commonly cause epiglottitis?
A
Haemophilus influenza b
Strep pneumoniae
3
Q
What are features of epiglottitis?
A
Acute onset <12 hours
Dyspnoea Dysphagia Drooling Dysphonia High fever
4
Q
What investigations are done for suspected epiglottitis?
A
Throat swabs
Blood
Lateral neck x-ray
5
Q
What does a lateral neck x-ray show in epiglottitis?
A
Thumb print sign
Thickened aryepiglottic folds
6
Q
How is epiglottitis managed?
A
Keep child calm Secure airway Oxygen Nebulised adrenaline IV abx
