Having trouble catching his breath at home

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Sullivan is a 2-year-old boy who was brought to the emergency department (ED) by his parents because "he was having trouble catching his breath" at home. Sullivan's mom reports that he has had a runny nose, low-grade fever and cough for the past two days. She states that Sullivan's cough has been much worse today, and by this evening, he was coughing "like a seal." Tonight, Mrs. Kelly went in to check on Sullivan when she heard him coughing and noted that he seemed to be having trouble catching his breath between coughing fits. Which of the following interventions should Mark include in next steps of care for Sullivan?

Establishing IV access Elective endotracheal intubation Administration of nebulized epinephrine Administration of nebulized albuterol Administration of dexamethasone.

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