Respiratory: Foreign Body Inhalation Flashcards
1
Q
Are the features of sudden onset?
A
Yes
2
Q
Symptoms depend on…
A
Site of impaction
3
Q
What features are associated?
A
Coughing Choking Vomiting Stridor Respiratory distress
4
Q
What is a common cause in children?
A
Choking on peanut or toy/ object in mouth
5
Q
What is seen on CXR?
A
Hyperlucency of lung - reduced lung markings
mediastinum shift
6
Q
What investigation should be done?
A
Broncoscopy
7
Q
Eventually airway swelling can cause complete obstruction and lead to…
A
Lobar collapse
