A 3-year-old boy presents with barky cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate respiratory distress in the context of an upper respiratory tract...

Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with barky cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate respiratory distress in the context of an upper respiratory tract infection. He is afebrile and immunisations are up to date. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Nebulised adrenaline and oral dexamethasone

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IV broad-spectrum antibiotics

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Immediate intubation and ventilation in all cases

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Nebulised salbutamol only

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Oral antihistamines

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Croup

A 3-year-old boy presents with barky cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate respiratory distress in the context of an upper respiratory tract infection. He is afebrile and immunisations are up to date. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?