Question

A 4-year-old with a 2-day history of fever (38.8°C), barking cough, and inspiratory stridor at rest is brought to ED. He is distressed. Which is the most appropriate immediate treatment?

Accepted Answer

Nebulised adrenaline and dexamethasone

Answer

Oral dexamethasone and discharge

Answer

Nebulised salbutamol

Answer

Oral prednisolone only

Answer

Humidified oxygen alone

Practice question

A 4-year-old with a 2-day history of fever (38.8°C), barking cough, and inspiratory stridor at rest is brought to ED. He is distressed. Which is the most appropriate immediate treatment?