Which of the Following Are Characteristics of Epiglottitis

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are characteristics of epiglottitis?
I.It is a life-threatening bacterial infection.
II.The onset is abrupt and associated with a high fever.
III.Complete airway obstruction can occur within hours.
IV.Immediate endotracheal intubation or tracheostomy may be necessary.

• A) I, II, III, IV
• B) III, IV
• C) I, II, III
• D) I, II, IV

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Definitions:

Ureteroplasty

A surgical procedure to repair or modify the ureter, the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

Ureterostomy

A surgical procedure that creates a stoma (an opening) for the ureter or ureters on the abdomen's surface.

Cystectomy

Surgical removal of all or part of the bladder.

Intravenous Pyelogram

A diagnostic imaging test that uses a contrast dye and X-rays to look at the bladder, kidneys, and ureters.