The Nurse Is Assessing a Child with Croup in the Emergency

question 62

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing a child with croup in the emergency department.The child has a sore throat and is drooling.Examining the child's throat using a tongue depressor might precipitate what condition?

• A) Sore throat
• B) Inspiratory stridor
• C) Complete obstruction
• D) Respiratory tract infection

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