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Croup — PARA MCQ

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A 12-year-old boy has a barking cough and hoarse voice. He is alert, has mild recession, oxygen saturation 98% on air and no stridor at rest. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: D — Oral dexamethasone with safety-net advice

Mild croup is managed with a corticosteroid such as dexamethasone and advice about deterioration. Nebulised adrenaline is reserved for more severe upper-airway obstruction.

Reference: NICE CKS: Croup