Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with barking cough, hoarse voice and inspiratory stridor at rest. He is distressed but maintaining oxygen saturations. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Single dose oral Dexamethasone and observe

Answer

Oral Amoxicillin

Answer

Nebulised Adrenaline and oral Dexamethasone

Answer

Immediate intubation in all cases

Answer

No treatment is required

Practice question

A 3-year-old boy presents with barking cough, hoarse voice and inspiratory stridor at rest. He is distressed but maintaining oxygen saturations. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?