Acute epiglottitis is a bacterial infection that can cause swelling and inflammation of the epiglottis, which can result in airway obstruction. It is not usually caused by viruses, mainly affects young children, and is not due to the action of a potent enterotoxin. Additionally, there is a vaccine available to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), which is a common cause of acute epiglottitis.

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Acute Epiglottitis

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Acute epiglottitis

A) is usually caused by viruses.
B) mainly affects the elderly.
C) can result in airway obstruction.
D) is due to the action of a potent enterotoxin.
E) cannot be prevented by vaccination.

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