USMLE/COMLEX - Step 2 - Epiglottitis
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USMLE/COMLEX - Step 2 - Epiglottitis
Etiologies
Haemophilus influenzae (nontypeable)
Streptococcus Pneumoniae
Symptoms
High-grade fever (102–104°F)
Inspiratory stridor
Drooling
Tripoding
Findings
Physical examination: tripod position (seated with neck extended)
Chest x-ray: thumbprint sign
Treatment
Intubation or tracheostomy
IV ceftriaxone or cefuroxime