Question

A 15-month-old boy presents with fever and ear pain for 24 hours. Otoscopy shows a bulging, erythematous left tympanic membrane with decreased mobility; he is otherwise well and immunised. According to CPS guidance, what is the MOST appropriate first-line antibiotic and duration?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin for 10 days

Answer

Amoxicillin-clavulanate for 3 days

Answer

Azithromycin for 3 days

Answer

No antibiotics; watchful waiting only

Answer

Ceftriaxone IM daily for 3 days

Practice question

A 15-month-old boy presents with fever and ear pain for 24 hours. Otoscopy shows a bulging, erythematous left tympanic membrane with decreased mobility; he is otherwise well and immunised. According to CPS guidance, what is the MOST appropriate first-line antibiotic and duration?