A 5-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a red, bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended management for acute...

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A 5-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a red, bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended management for acute otitis media in a child without high-risk factors if symptoms are less than 72 hours?

Accepted Answer

Delayed antibiotic prescription or watchful waiting

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Immediate antibiotic prescription

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Topical antibiotic ear drops

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Urgent referral to ENT

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Myringotomy

NICE Otitis Media Guideline MCQ (SBA): Acute Otitis Media

A 5-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a red, bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended management for acute otitis media in a child without high-risk factors if symptoms are less than 72 hours?