A 3-year-old child suddenly develops inspiratory stridor, tachypnea, and chest retractions. He had been playing alone with his 6-year-old brother before this episode. He is afebrile. Apart from the stridor, his lung sounds are clear, and his physical examination is otherwise normal. A chest radiograph reveals no abnormalities.
What is the most likely diagnosis and what should be the next step in the management? NOTE: No other information about the patient is available. *This case is from Docplexus editorial team for educative purpose only. Source: Case Files Pediatrics. Click Here to know the answer.
