A Child with Down's Syndrome Has Been Admitted to the Hospital

question 8

Multiple Choice

A child with Down's syndrome has been admitted to the hospital with a respiratory condition and is producing thick,tenacious mucus.Which nursing action is the priority?

• A) Ensuring a patent airway
• B) Involving child-life therapy
• C) Preventing nosocomial infection
• D) Relieving stress at hospitalization

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