Tonsillitis Flashcards
1
Q
what score to assess if they need abx
A
PAIN fever
2
Q
4 parts of management if viral
A
regular paracetamol and ibuprofen
gargel salter water
difflam gargle or spray (anaesthetic and NSAID)
tirozette
3
Q
how long does tonsillitis take to stop
A
10 days
4
Q
safety netting with tonsillitis
A
temp that doesn’t go away with paracetamol
can’t swallow saliva due to swollen tonsils (not due to pain)
lump in neck - quinsy
