A 3-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended approach to acute otitis ...

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A 3-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended approach to acute otitis media management?

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Delayed antibiotic prescription for most cases

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Immediate antibiotics for all children

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Myringotomy for all cases

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Topical antibiotic ear drops

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Admission for IV antibiotics

MCQ (SBA): Acute Otitis Media

A 3-year-old child presents with otalgia, fever, and a bulging tympanic membrane. According to NICE, what is the recommended approach to acute otitis media management?