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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Definitions:

Medical Care

Services provided by health professionals to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases and injuries, ensuring patient health and wellness.

Weekly Menu Plan

A scheduled outline of meals to be prepared and consumed over a week, aiding in grocery shopping and dietary management.

Respirations

The act of breathing; consists of the inhaling (inspiration) and exhaling (expiration) of air.

Assessed

Evaluated or estimated the nature, ability, or quality of someone or something, often in a medical context.