Question: A 9 month old girl is brought to the emergency room by her parents for drooling and dysphagia. Her parents noted the onset of symptoms suddenly while her older sister was playing with her. Examination reveals an uncomfortable appearing child with mild stridor and drooling. Vital signs and exam are otherwise normal. Which of the following is the next best step in management?

a) Plain X-ray of the neck, chest, and abdomen

b) CT of the neck

c) Heliox

d) Racemic epinephrine

[Answer will be posted with next week's new question]

Answer to last week's question, “Pay Dirt” (May 2, 2022)

D - Nontuberculous mycobacteria infection