Question

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?

Accepted Answer

Delayed antibiotic prescription for most cases

Answer

Immediate antibiotics for all children

Answer

Myringotomy for all cases

Answer

Topical antibiotic ear drops

Answer

Admission for IV antibiotics

Practice question

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?