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MediumPaediatricsCroupau-acemau-amc

A 4-year-old child presents with barking cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate work of breathing. Temperature is 38.0°C, oxygen saturation 96% on room air. He is alert but distressed. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

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