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Croup — CCFP MCQ

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HardPaediatrics and adolescentCroupCCFP

A 2-year-old has a barky cough and stridor only when upset, with no drooling or toxic appearance. What is appropriate treatment?

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Correct answer: B — Give dexamethasone with return precautions for worsening stridor

Explanation lettering: D = shown as A · E = shown as B · B = shown as C · A = shown as D · C = shown as E

E is correct. Dexamethasone improves croup; escalate if stridor at rest or distress develops. A, B, C and D are unnecessary or unsafe.

Reference: Canadian Family Physician: Croup: https://www.cfp.ca/content/54/4/573