Question

A 6-month-old infant presents with respiratory distress cough and wheeze in December. Oxygen saturation is 92%. According to NICE guidelines what is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care with fluids and oxygen if needed

Answer

Oral corticosteroids

Answer

High-flow nasal cannula oxygen

Answer

Immediate antibiotics

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol

Practice question

A 6-month-old infant presents with respiratory distress cough and wheeze in December. Oxygen saturation is 92%. According to NICE guidelines what is the most appropriate initial management?