Croup (Laryngotracheobronchitis) Flashcards

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Croup

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Inflammation of larynx, trachea, and bronchi

Affects children age 6 months to 3 years but can occur in older children

More common in boys

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S&S

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Often in middle of night
Barking type of cough
Upper respiratory infection for few days
Fever
Horse voice or cry
High HR and RR
Inspiratory stridor
Expiratory wheezing
Retractions
Hypoxemia

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Management

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Corticosteroids: dexamethasone
Epinephrine via nebulizer: monitor for 2-3 hours

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