Modified Taussig Croup Score Flashcards
1
Q
What is croup?
A
an infection of the upper airway, which obstructs breathing and causes a characteristic barking cough
2
Q
Stridor?
A
a high-pitched, wheezing sound caused by disrupted airflow
3
Q
Chest recession?
A
The intercostal muscles are sucked inward, between the ribs, when you breathe
This is a sign of a blocked airway
4
Q
What is the modified taussig croup score used for?
A
Used to indicate/assess the severity of croup in children
5
Q
What score indicates mild croup in a child?
A
1-2
6
Q
What score indicates moderate croup in a child?
A
3-4
7
Q
What score indicated severe croup in a child?
A
5-6
8
Q
Score scale when assessing stridor in children?
A
0 = None 1 = Only on crying or exertion 2 = At rest 3 = Severe (biphasic)
9
Q
Score scale when assessing recession in children?
A
0 = None 1 = Only on crying or exertion 2 = At rest 3 = Severe (biphasic)
