Pediatric Respiratory — Clinical Practice Guideline

AAP Bronchiolitis Guideline (2014): Diagnosis, Management & Prevention

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At-a-Glance Highlights

  • Applies to infants/young children with bronchiolitis, commonly due to RSV.
  • Clinical diagnosis emphasized; routine labs and radiography are often unnecessary.
  • Supportive care first; oxygen targeting and escalation pathways per local protocols.
  • Routine bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antibiotics generally discouraged in uncomplicated cases.
  • Prevention focuses on hygiene, exposure reduction, and immunoprophylaxis per current criteria.

For exact recommendations and evidence grading, see the full guideline PDF above.