Question

A 2-year-old boy presents with a barky cough and inspiratory stridor at rest. He is agitated but maintaining oxygen saturations at 95% on room air. According to CPS croup management guidance, what is the most appropriate initial treatment?

Accepted Answer

Nebulised adrenaline plus systemic corticosteroid

Answer

Oral dexamethasone alone

Answer

Nebulised adrenaline alone

Answer

Oral salbutamol syrup

Answer

High-dose IV antibiotics

Practice question

A 2-year-old boy presents with a barky cough and inspiratory stridor at rest. He is agitated but maintaining oxygen saturations at 95% on room air. According to CPS croup management guidance, what is the most appropriate initial treatment?