A 26-year-old with severe sore throat, drooling, and muffled voice; lateral neck x-ray suggests epiglottitis. Best immediate step?...

Question

A 26-year-old with severe sore throat, drooling, and muffled voice; lateral neck x-ray suggests epiglottitis. Best immediate step?

Accepted Answer

Rapid strep test and await result

Answer

Nebulized epinephrine only

Answer

Oral antibiotics and discharge

Answer

Airway management preparation with ENT/anesthesia and IV antibiotics

Answer

Steroids only

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