Question

A 7-year-old with suspected acute epiglottitis presents with stridor drooling and distress. What is the most appropriate immediate management

Accepted Answer

Secure airway and IV antibiotics

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol

Answer

Oral antibiotics at home

Answer

Oral corticosteroids only

Answer

Throat swab then arrange outpatient follow-up

Practice question

A 7-year-old with suspected acute epiglottitis presents with stridor drooling and distress. What is the most appropriate immediate management