Which of the following clinical findings is not typically seen in patients with epiglottitis?

a. High fever
b. Stridor
c. Barking cough
d. Drooling


ANS: C
The patient does not have a croupy bark but instead has a muffled voice.

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Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) classification takes into account all of the following criteria EXCEPT:

age and sex of the patient. social status and family support. comorbidity and complications. principal and secondary diagnoses.

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What will be an ideal response?

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