Which type of croup is always considered a medical emergency?
a. Laryngitis
b. Epiglottitis
c. Spasmodic croup
d. Laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB)
B
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A Laryngitis is a common viral illness in older children and adolescents, with
hoarseness and URI symptoms.
B Epiglottitis is always a medical emergency that requires antibiotics and airway
support for treatment.
C Spasmodic croup is treated with humidity.
D LTB may progress to a medical emergency in some children.
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