Tonsillitis, inflammatory infection of the tonsils caused by invasion of
the mucous membrane by microorganisms, usually hemolytic
streptococci or viruses. (Britannica, 2014)
VITAL SIGNS OF
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CLINICAL
PRESENTATION
Diffuse Extudates
Fever
Sore Throat
Tender Tonsils
Malaise
Hot & Dry Skin
DEFINITION
Inflamation of the tonsils
ADAPTIVE RESPONSE
Swollen and tender lymph nodes
Fever
Enlarged tonsils with exudate
MANAGEMENT
VIRAL
Hydration
Rest
Pain & Fever Control
BACTERIAL
Treat With Antibiotics
Erythromycin (Medscape, 2012)
Pencillin (Medscape, 2012)
Clindamycin (Medscape, 2012)
RECURRENT INFECTIONS
Surgery may be recommended (Tonsilectomy)
Children with a recurring tonsillitis may benefit from a tonsillectomy (Huether & McCance,
2012)
FUNCTION OF THE TONSILS
To trap bacteria and viruses that you may breathe in
EPIDIMIOLOGY
Tonsillitis caused by bacteria (streptococcus species) Streptococcus
species typically occurs in children aged 5 to 15 years, while viral
tonsillitis is more common in younger children.