The MOST important initial treatment for a child in respiratory failure due to suspected croup is:
A) prompt intubation before the airway closes.
B) a 2.25% concentration of racemic epinephrine.
C) ventilatory assistance with a bag-mask device.
D) continuous administration of a beta-2 agonist.
Answer: C) ventilatory assistance with a bag-mask device.
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