The nurse hears wheezing when auscultating a 4-year-old. Which of the following conditions would the nurse most likely rule out based on the assessment findings?
A) Bronchiolitis
B) Asthma
C) Influenza
D) Cystic fibrosis
C
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Wheezing typically is not associated with influenza. Wheezing is caused by an obstruction of the bronchioles that may be caused by bronchiolitis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, or chronic lung disease. In addition, if the bronchiolitis is due to influenza, wheezing may be heard.
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