Oral Antibiotics in Pediatrics — 5yo Child | Pediatric Respiratory | SMLE Q#13056
SMLE Question #13056
Pediatrics
Pediatric Respiratory
Objective: OBJ-273
Last updated: February 2026
A 5-year-old boy was treated for community-acquired pneumonia 4 days ago with oral antibiotics. He now has worsening cough and increasing work of breathing. He is drowsy with marked suprasternal and intercostal retractions and nasal flaring. Chest examination reveals bilateral coarse crackles. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
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