A 3-year-old presents with fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing. Examination shows drooling, tripoding, and a 'cherry-red' swollen epiglottis...

Question

A 3-year-old presents with fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing. Examination shows drooling, tripoding, and a 'cherry-red' swollen epiglottis. Which is the best immediate management step?

Accepted Answer

Intubate or secure airway urgently

Answer

Give oral antibiotics

Answer

Perform a throat swab

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Nebulised adrenaline

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Await improvement with supportive care

Paediatrics — UKMLA MCQ

A 3-year-old presents with fever, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing. Examination shows drooling, tripoding, and a 'cherry-red' swollen epiglottis. Which is the best immediate management step?