Question

A 7-month-old infant in a northern remote community presents with severe bronchiolitis requiring oxygen and high work of breathing. The nursing station has limited resources. According to bronchiolitis and rural care guidance, which action is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Arrange urgent aeromedical transfer to the nearest paediatric centre after initial stabilisation, while maintaining supportive care

Answer

Manage with limited oxygen and hope for improvement

Answer

Administer antibiotics and keep locally

Answer

Use routine salbutamol and Adrenaline and delay transfer until response is assessed over 24 hours

Answer

No treatment is needed if oxygen saturation >88%

Practice question

A 7-month-old infant in a northern remote community presents with severe bronchiolitis requiring oxygen and high work of breathing. The nursing station has limited resources. According to bronchiolitis and rural care guidance, which action is most appropriate?