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What is the epigottitis? correct answers A life threatening infection of the epiglottis and surrounding tissues that can cause sudden narrowing of the airway. Supraglottitis is an acute inflammation of the supraglottic region of the oropharynx. The inflammation and edema of the epiglottis, vallecular, arytenoids and aryepiglottic folds. high vascularity and loose mucosa of the epiglottic region, sudden airway obstruction and possible death can result. Cause laryngospasm and irrevocable loss of t...

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4 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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What is the age group of a child who will have Epiglottis? correct answers 2-6 years of age What is Epiglottis? correct answers An acute BACTERIAL infection of the epiglottis. How is Epiglottiis diagnosed correct answers The 4 D's 1) Dysphonia (won't be able to speak) 2) Dysphagia 3) Drooling 4) Distressed In addition to this, the child will hold a tripod position with their mouth open to get air in. Nursing care number 1 correct answers DON'T YOU DARE PUT ANYTHING IN THAT CHILD...

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4 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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which is diagnostic for epiglottitis a. Blood test b. Throat swab c. lateral neck x-ray of the soft tissue d. signs and symptoms - CorreCt Answers -C which strategy is the best plan of care for a child with acute epiglottitis a. encourage oral fluids for hydration b. maintain the client in a semi fowlers position c. administer IV antibiotic therapy d. maintaining respiratory isolation for 48 hours - CorreCt Answers -C (bacterial) Real child is given a preliminary diagnosis of acute e...

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Written in 2024/2025

Grade A+

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Acute Epiglottitis (All questions correct solved) Epiglottitis 2023 (Questions with correct answers)

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What is the definition of epiglottitis? correct answers Acute infection of supraglottic structures resulting in edema and swelling cause the upper airway to be obstructed What is the etiology of epiglottitis? correct answers Hemophilus influenza, Type B Staph or strep infections How is epiglottitis diagnosed? correct answers Supraglottic swelling Enlarged epiglottis Thumb sign (lateral neck view) Physical exam What would a child with epiglottitis look like in a physical exam? correc...

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1 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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Which age group gets epiglottitis more? correct answers 2-7 years, but it may occur at any age Initially, what was the commonest cause of acute epiglottitis? correct answers Haemophilus influenzae type B, but the use of immunization has reduced this What are some of the organisms that cause epiglottitis? correct answers Streptococcus pyogenes (grp A), streptococcus pneumoniae, non-typable haemophilus influenzae, staphylococcus What is the most common presentation of epiglottitis in adul...

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3 pages

Written in 2022/2023

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which is diagnostic for epiglottitis a. Blood test b. Throat swab c. lateral neck x-ray of the soft tissue d. signs and symptoms correct answers C What should be the nurses first action with a child who has a high fever dysphasia drooling tachycardia and tachypnea a. Immediate IV placement b. Immediate respiratory treatment c. Thorough physical assessment d. Lateral neck radiographs correct answers D Which is the nurses best response to the parent of a child diagnosed with epig...

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3 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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What is the #1 danger of epiglottitis? correct answers Airway obstruction Epiglottitis most commonly occurs in children from ages correct answers 1 to 8 years What organism causes epiglottitis? correct answers Hemophilus influenza B What level of fever is present in epiglottitis? correct answers Over 102 What symptoms are classic? correct answers Muffled voice, drooling, stridor Will a child with epiglottitis cough? correct answers NO, there will be alack of spontaneous cough H...

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1 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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H. influenza correct answers The bacteria responsible for epiglottitis Absense of cough, drooling, agitation correct answers What are the three predictive signs of epiglottits? inspiratory stridor correct answers Upon auscultating lung sounds, what should you expect to hear in a pt with epiglottits? dysphonia correct answers thick, muffled voice and frog-like croaking sound. common in pt's with epiglottits sore throat, high fever, restlessness correct answers signs and symptoms the ...

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1 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

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