Which of the following treatments is least likely to be needed in the treatment of the child with croup?
a. Oxygen
b. Mechanical ventilation
c. Aerosolized racemic epinephrine
d. Budesonide
ANS: B
Progressive worsening of the clinical signs despite treatment indicates the need for intubation and mechanical ventilation.
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