Croup Flashcards
1
Q
Aka […] - inflammation which results in the upper airway becoming obstructed.
A
laryngotracheobronchitis
2
Q
Age
A
6 months old to 6 years old
3
Q
Virus
1. Others
A
Parainfluenza
1. adenovirus, influenza and RSV
4
Q
Features
- […]cough and inspiratory […]
- fever
- increased work of breathing
A
barking, stridor
5
Q
Mx
- PO […] (single dose)
- If unstable - nebulised budesonide (if PO not tolerated)
A
dexamethasone
