Which child is in the greatest need of emergency medical treatment? 1.3-year-old who has a barky cough, is afebrile, and has mild intercostal retractions. 2. 6-year-old who has high fever, no spontaneous cough, and frog-like croaking. 3. 7-year-old who has abrupt onset of moderate respiratory distress, a mild fever, and a barky cough. 4. 13-year-old who has a high fever, stridor, and purulent secretions.

Which child is in the greatest need of emergency medical treatment? 1.3-year-old who has a barky cough, is afebrile, and has mild intercostal retractions. 2. 6-year-old who has high fever, no spontaneous cough, and frog-like croaking. 3. 7-year-old who has abrupt onset of moderate respiratory distress, a mild fever, and a barky cough. 4. 13-year-old who has a high fever, stridor, and purulent secretions.

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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Chapter26: Respiratory System Drugs And Antihistamines

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