Epiglottitis

Question 1

define

Answer 1

inflammation of the epiglottitis (H. influenza B)

Question 2

presentation

Answer 2

severe sore throat
drooling saliva
pyrexia
can have stridor

Question 3

diagnosis

Answer 3

oral cavity examination normal

Question 4

management of mild

Answer 4

supportive
antibiotics
nebulises (adrenaline/saline)
corticosteroids

Question 5

management of severe

Answer 5

antibiotics
intubation
ventilation
tracheostomy