Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a barky cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate respiratory distress. He is febrile but alert. What is the most appropriate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oral dexamethasone and nebulised adrenaline

Answer

Oral antibiotics only

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol

Answer

Immediate intubation in all cases

Answer

No treatment; observe only

Practice question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a barky cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate respiratory distress. He is febrile but alert. What is the most appropriate treatment?