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Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. It most commonly affects children ages 5 to 15 who are frequently exposed to germs at school. Signs and symptoms include sore throat, swollen tonsils, fever, white spots on the tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes. A throat swab or blood test can help diagnose the cause. Treatment involves antibiotics for bacterial infections, pain relievers, fluids, and rest. In severe cases, surgical removal of the tonsils (tonsillectomy) may be required.

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Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. It most commonly affects children ages 5 to 15 who are frequently exposed to germs at school. Signs and symptoms include sore throat, swollen tonsils, fever, white spots on the tonsils, and enlarged lymph nodes. A throat swab or blood test can help diagnose the cause. Treatment involves antibiotics for bacterial infections, pain relievers, fluids, and rest. In severe cases, surgical removal of the tonsils (tonsillectomy) may be required.

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TONSILLI

TIS
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By: Khrizlynne L. Soberano BSN II-A


Definition
Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils most commonly caused by
a viral or bacterial infection.
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BACTERIAL VS. VIRAL TONSILLITIS
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RISK FACTORS
Young Age
Tonsillitis most often affects children, and tonsillitis
caused by bacteria is most common in children ages 5
to 15.

Frequent Exposure to Germs


School-age children are in close contact with their
peers and frequently exposed to viruses or bacteria that
can cause tonsillitis.
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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Sore Throat Dysphagia


Trismus

Red, Swollen Tonsils Fever Otalgia

White pus-filled spots Lymphadenopathy


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on tonsils
DiagnosTic TEST:
Throat Swab
A throat swab, where a sterile swab is rubbed over the
back of your throat to collect a sample of secretions.
The sample is then sent to the laboratory to check for
signs of streptococcus.

Complete Blood Count


A blood test, known as complete blood cell count
(CBC), to identify the cause of the infection. A high
white blood cell count or the presence of abnormal
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cells is an indication of a viral infection.


Medical Management
Antibioics
Penicillin taken by mouth for 10 days is the most
common antibiotic treatment prescribed for tonsillitis
caused by group A streptococcus.

Antipyretic analgesics
Combine an analgesic action with the ability to lower
body temperature in fever (pyrexia). In fact, most
drugs in this group combine analgesic and antipyretic
properties with anti-inflammatory properties
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SURGICAL
MANAGEMENT
Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy (ton-sih-LEK-tuh-me) is the


surgical removal of the tonsils, two oval-
shaped pads of tissue at the back of the
throat — one tonsil on each side.
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NURSING
01
DIAGNOSIS
02
Imbalance Nutrition Less Than Body Acute Pain related to the presence of
Requirements related to inadequate intake inflammation in tonsil

03 04
Hyperthermia related to acute infection by Disturbed Sleep Pattern related to the pain
microorganisms in the tonsil area
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Ineffective airway clearance related to pus or mucous


05 formation secondary to inflammation
NURSING
MANAGEMENT
• Encourage rest

• Provide adequate fluids

• Provide comforting foods and beverages

• Prepare a saltwater gargle

• Humidify the air

• Offer lozenges
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• Avoid irritants

• Treat pain and fever


HEALTH
EDUCATIONTeach your Child to:
● Wash his or her hands thoroughly and
frequently, especially after using the toilet and
before eating

● Avoid sharing food, drinking glasses, water


bottles or utensils

● Replace his or her toothbrush after being


diagnosed with tonsillitis
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HEALTH
EDUCATIONTo help your child prevent the spread of a bacterial
or viral infection to others:

● Keep your child at home when he or she is ill

● Ask your doctor when it's all right for your child to
return to school

● Teach your child to cough or sneeze into a tissue or,


when necessary, into his or her elbow

● Teach your child to wash his or her hands after


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sneezing or coughing
THANK
YOU
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