Epiglottitis in children:
A) presents with a sudden onset of low-grade fever and dyspnea.
B) should be suspected if the child presents with diffuse wheezing.
C) is rare now that children are vaccinated against Haemophilus influenza type B.
D) should be confirmed by visualizing the larynx and epiglottis with a laryngoscope.
Answer: C) is rare now that children are vaccinated against Haemophilus influenza type B.
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