Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a harsh barking cough, inspiratory stridor and hoarse voice. He is distressed but maintaining oxygen saturations of 95% on air and has moderate work of breathing. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oral Dexamethasone

Answer

Nebulised Adrenaline only

Answer

Immediate intubation and ventilation

Answer

High-dose oral antibiotics

Answer

No treatment is required

Practice question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a harsh barking cough, inspiratory stridor and hoarse voice. He is distressed but maintaining oxygen saturations of 95% on air and has moderate work of breathing. What is the most appropriate initial treatment?