A 3-year-old child presents with a barking cough stridor and hoarseness. According to NICE guidance what is the first-line treatment for mild to moder...

Question

A 3-year-old child presents with a barking cough stridor and hoarseness. According to NICE guidance what is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate croup?

Accepted Answer

Single dose of oral dexamethasone

Answer

Nebulised adrenaline

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High-dose oral steroids for 7 days

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Immediate intubation

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No treatment required

Croup — UKMLA MCQ

A 3-year-old child presents with a barking cough stridor and hoarseness. According to NICE guidance what is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate croup?