A 6-month-old infant has been hospitalized with acute bronchiolitis. Which of the following treatments should be prioritized in the infant's care?

A) Supplementary oxygen therapy
B) Intravenous antibiotics
C) Transfusion of fresh frozen plasma
D) Tracheotomy


Ans: A
Feedback:
Bronchiolitis necessitates supplementary oxygen therapy. Antibiotics are ineffective due to the viral etiology. Recovery usually occurs within several days, and tracheotomy is necessary only in the event of severe complications. Plasma transfusion is not a relevant treatment modality.

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