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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Which of the following statements about the epidermis is not true?

A) The epidermis does not contain any blood vessels. B) The epidermis does not contain any nerve cells. C) The outer layer of the epidermis is composed of dead cells that are constantly sloughing. D) The epidermis is the location where sweat glands and sebaceous glands can be found.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. Have one free office visit B. Receive free care C. Pay for services over an extended period of time D. Pay for services at a 10% discount

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