A 3-year-old girl is brought to the ED by her mother with loud stridor.
List four possible causes apart from croup. For each, state a key discriminatory feature from history, examination or investigation.
(Marked out of 8.0)
/ 8
Your assessment is consistent with severe croup and the vital signs are shown below. State three management components.
(Marked out of 3.0)
| Finding |
Result |
| General appearance |
Mildly agitated |
| Pulse |
160/min |
| Blood pressure |
100/60 mmHg |
| Respiratory rate |
40/min |
| Oxygen saturation |
98% on room air |
/ 3
List three examination features that would indicate impending respiratory arrest.
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/ 3
Despite your initial management, she deteriorates and you are preparing to intubate. State four ways your intubation will vary from standard RSI and explain your rationale.
(Marked out of 4.0)
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Total Score: 0 / 18
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