You are caring for a 5-year old with lethargy and a fever of 103 F. Lungs sound are clear but the child complains of a very sore throat prior to going to bed. During transport, you observe copious secretions. Which of the following do you suspect? A) Pnemonia B) Croup C) Bacterial Tracheitis D) Epiglotis

You are caring for a 5-year old with lethargy and a fever of 103 F. Lungs sound are clear but the child complains of a very sore throat prior to going to bed. During transport, you observe copious secretions. Which of the following do you suspect? A) Pnemonia B) Croup C) Bacterial Tracheitis D) Epiglotis

Microbiology for Surgical Technologists (MindTap Course List)

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781111306663

Author:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Publisher:Margaret Rodriguez, Paul Price

Chapter22: Emerging, Recurring, And Reappearing Diseases

Section: Chapter Questions

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