Question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a barking cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate chest wall indrawing. He is febrile at 38.5 °C but alert. According to Canadian recommendations, what is the most appropriate acute treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oral dexamethasone plus nebulised Adrenaline and observation

Answer

Oral dexamethasone only

Answer

Nebulised Adrenaline only

Answer

Antibiotics and cough syrup

Answer

Intubation and ventilation immediately

Practice question

A 3-year-old boy presents with a barking cough, inspiratory stridor at rest and moderate chest wall indrawing. He is febrile at 38.5 °C but alert. According to Canadian recommendations, what is the most appropriate acute treatment?