Tracheitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cause of tracheitis?
A
Staphylococcus aureus infection
2
Q
Is tracheitis common?
A
No- very rare
3
Q
What is tracheitis similar to?
A
Croup
4
Q
What are the main features of tracheitis?
A
High fever
Rapidly progressive airway obstruction
Copious thick airway secretions
Stridor
5
Q
What is the management of tracheitis?
A
Antibiotics and intubation
6
Q
Which antibiotics can be given for tracheitis?
A
IV Cefuroxime
7
Q
What is not present with tracheitis?
A
Cough
