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Tracheitis Flashcards

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What is the cause of tracheitis?

A

Staphylococcus aureus infection

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Is tracheitis common?

A

No- very rare

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3
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What is tracheitis similar to?

A

Croup

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What are the main features of tracheitis?

A

High fever
Rapidly progressive airway obstruction
Copious thick airway secretions
Stridor

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What is the management of tracheitis?

A

Antibiotics and intubation

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Which antibiotics can be given for tracheitis?

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IV Cefuroxime

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What is not present with tracheitis?

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Cough

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