Discharge criteria:
MODERATE
SEVERE
MILD
References:
Dobrovoljac M, Geelhoed GC. 27 years of croup: an update highlighting the effectiveness of 0.15 mg/kg of dexamethasone. Emerg Med Australas 2009; 21(4): 309-14.
Geelhoed GC, et al. Efficacy of small single dose of oral dexamethasone for outpatient croup: a double blind placebo controlled clinical trial. BMJ 1996; 313 (7050): 140-2.
Inpatient Management:
Admission criteria:
Notify MD
Not recommended: