Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with otalgia and fever for 24 hours. Otoscopic exam shows a bulging, red tympanic membrane. He is systemically well. According to NICE, what is the recommended management?

Accepted Answer

Delayed antibiotic prescription or watchful waiting

Answer

Immediate antibiotics

Answer

Routine referral to ENT

Answer

Topical analgesic drops

Answer

Oral antihistamines

Practice question

A 3-year-old boy presents with otalgia and fever for 24 hours. Otoscopic exam shows a bulging, red tympanic membrane. He is systemically well. According to NICE, what is the recommended management?