A nurse is teaching parents about manifestations of spasmodic croup. Which is a distinguishing manifestation of spasmodic croup that should be included in the teaching session?
a. It has a gradual onset.
b. It is characterized a harsh barky cough.
c. It is bacterial in nature.
d. The child has a high fever.
B
Spasmodic croup is viral in origin with a sudden onset usually at night of a harsh, metallic, barky cough, sore throat, inspiratory stridor, and hoarseness. A gradual onset is indicative of laryngotracheobronchitis. A high fever is not usually present.
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