Question

A 3-year-old child presents with acute onset stridor, barking cough, and hoarse voice, worse at night. He is febrile. According to BNFC, which is the most appropriate initial management for croup?

Accepted Answer

Dexamethasone orally

Answer

High-dose intravenous antibiotics

Answer

Immediate intubation

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Adrenaline nebuliser alone

Answer

Intravenous fluids and observation only

Practice question

A 3-year-old child presents with acute onset stridor, barking cough, and hoarse voice, worse at night. He is febrile. According to BNFC, which is the most appropriate initial management for croup?