The respiratory therapist is assigned to the pediatric unit of the hospital. The physician who is caring for a 3-year-old boy with LTB asks what respiratory therapy treatments should be given. The respiratory therapist should suggest which of the following?
1) Racemic epinephrine
2) Cool mist
3) Antibiotics
4) Endotracheal or tracheostomy tube

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Racemic epinephrine and cool mist are common treatments for Laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB) to reduce airway inflammation and improve breathing. Antibiotics are not typically used unless there is a bacterial infection, and airway intubation is usually a last resort.

The Respiratory Therapist Is Assigned to the Pediatric Unit of the Hospital