1. Croup
... and adrenaline are not used as much anymore. They have found that humidity is more of a placebo than a treatment. Adrenaline usage causes the need for ECG monitoring and severe side effects. The most used now are steroids. They do not show much difference between inhaled, injected or oral steroids, but oral steroids seems more compliant with the child. Through treatment it is essential for the child ... to remain calm and rest. If the child is restless, there is an increase for hypoxia. Also hydration and reduction of pyrexia are needed. If ... the situation worse. Antipyretics are als...
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