Upper Respiratory Tract Infections Flashcards
1
Q
Croup infection is present where?
A
Larynx
Trachea
Bronchi
(Laryngotracheobronchitis)
2
Q
If in doubt?
A
Review
3
Q
Primary treatment for Otitis Media
A
Analgesia
4
Q
When is Otis media treated?
A
Severe unilateral
Non-severe bilateral
5
Q
What causes Epiglottitis?
A
H. influenzae type B
6
Q
Treatment for epiglottis?
A
Intubation
Antibiotics
7
Q
Evidence of epiglottis
A
Protecting airway by not swallowing –> drooling