Question

question 1 1 pts which complication of hemophilus influenza type b could cause a child to choke to death if immediate treatment is not given? meningitis arthritis epiglottitis tendonitis

Explanation:

Epiglottitis is a serious condition where the epiglottis (a flap of tissue that guards the wind - pipe) becomes swollen. In the case of Hemophilus influenza type B, epiglottitis can rapidly progress and obstruct the airway, causing a child to choke to death if not treated immediately. Meningitis affects the membranes around the brain and spinal cord, arthritis affects joints, and tendonitis affects tendons, none of which directly cause choking.

Answer:

C. epiglottitis