Question

A 2-year-old boy presents with a barking cough, hoarseness, and inspiratory stridor, which started acutely overnight. He has a low-grade fever (37.8°C) but is otherwise alert and playful with normal oxygen saturations. What is the most appropriate management according to paediatric guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Oral dexamethasone single dose

Answer

Nebulised budesonide

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Nebulised adrenaline

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Oral amoxicillin

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Observation at home only

Practice question

A 2-year-old boy presents with a barking cough, hoarseness, and inspiratory stridor, which started acutely overnight. He has a low-grade fever (37.8°C) but is otherwise alert and playful with normal oxygen saturations. What is the most appropriate management according to paediatric guidelines?