Facial Redness in Pediatrics — Case | Pediatric Infectious | SMLE Q#11792
SMLE Question #11792
Pediatrics
Pediatric Infectious
Objective: OBJ-113
Last updated: February 2026
A 5-month-old boy has 10 days of severe paroxysmal cough with facial redness, occasional cyanosis, post-tussive vomiting, and an inspiratory whoop. He had mild rhinorrhoea before the cough began and missed his 4-month vaccinations. Examination shows coughing paroxysms with clear lungs between episodes. What is the most appropriate management?
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