Question

A 2-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with ear pain, fever and bulging tympanic membrane. According to the 2020 Otitis Media Guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, what is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Immediate systemic antibiotics and arranged follow-up hearing assessment

Answer

Observe without antibiotics as most cases resolve

Answer

Delayed prescription only

Answer

Topical steroid ear drops alone

Answer

No treatment unless perforation occurs

Practice question

A 2-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with ear pain, fever and bulging tympanic membrane. According to the 2020 Otitis Media Guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, what is the most appropriate management?