Question

A 3-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with persistent bilateral otitis media with effusion and hearing difficulties. According to the National Guide and otitis media recommendations, what is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Arrange urgent ENT referral for consideration of tympanostomy tubes and hearing assessment

Answer

Reassure and review in 6 months

Answer

Start long-term oral antibiotics

Answer

Prescribe intranasal corticosteroids

Answer

Advise no swimming until ears clear

Practice question

A 3-year-old Aboriginal boy from a remote community presents with persistent bilateral otitis media with effusion and hearing difficulties. According to the National Guide and otitis media recommendations, what is the most appropriate next step?