Question

A 2-year-old child presents with high fever, barking cough, and stridor. He is distressed. On examination, there is inspiratory stridor and a seal-like cough. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oral dexamethasone

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High-dose antibiotic therapy

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Immediate intubation

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Nebulized bronchodilators

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Oral antihistamine

Practice question

A 2-year-old child presents with high fever, barking cough, and stridor. He is distressed. On examination, there is inspiratory stridor and a seal-like cough. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?