Which intervention for treating croup at home should be taught to parents?
A) Have a decongestant available to give the child when an attack occurs.
B) Have the child sleep in a dry room.
C) Take the child outside if air is cool and moist.
D) Give the child an antibiotic at bedtime.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Taking the child into the cool,humid,night air may relieve mucosal swelling and improve symptoms.Decongestants are inappropriate for croup,which affects the middle airway level.A dry environment may contribute to symptoms.Croup is caused by a virus.Antibiotic treatment is not indicated.

Which Intervention for Treating Croup at Home Should Be Taught