Question

A 4-month-old infant with bronchiolitis due to RSV has increased work of breathing but maintains oxygen saturation 93% on room air. Which management aligns with guideline recommendations?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care (hydration, nasal suction), avoid routine bronchodilators or steroids

Answer

Start albuterol nebulizers every 4 hours

Answer

Start systemic corticosteroids

Answer

Begin broad-spectrum antibiotics

Answer

Administer hypertonic saline and discharge immediately

Practice question

A 4-month-old infant with bronchiolitis due to RSV has increased work of breathing but maintains oxygen saturation 93% on room air. Which management aligns with guideline recommendations?