Question

A 10-month-old boy presents with fever 39.5 °C and otalgia. Otoscopy shows a bulging, erythematous tympanic membrane with decreased mobility. This is his first such episode. According to CPS guidance, what is the preferred initial antibiotic regimen?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin for 10 days

Answer

Amoxicillin for 5 days

Answer

Azithromycin for 3 days

Answer

No antibiotics; watchful waiting is preferred at this age

Answer

Ceftriaxone single intramuscular dose

Practice question

A 10-month-old boy presents with fever 39.5 °C and otalgia. Otoscopy shows a bulging, erythematous tympanic membrane with decreased mobility. This is his first such episode. According to CPS guidance, what is the preferred initial antibiotic regimen?