Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Child with laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup).Which measure would be most effective in aiding bronchodilation in a child with laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup)?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Assisting with racemic epinephrine nebulizer therapy. Racemic epinephrine is a vasoconstrictor that reduces airway swelling, aiding bronchodilation in croup. Administering an oral analgesic (A) would not directly address airway constriction. Urging the child to continue taking oral fluids (C) is important for hydration but does not directly address bronchodilation. Teaching the child to take long slow breaths (D) may help with symptoms but would not be as effective as racemic epinephrine therapy in quickly reducing airway swelling.