You are assessing a newly admitted patient. During the assessment, the patient demonstrates an irritated, high-pitched cough. What does the nurse suspect that the patient has?
A) Stridor
B) Laryngotracheitis
C) Bronchitis
D) Pneumonia
Ans: B
Feedback: Laryngotracheitis is associated with an irritated, high-pitched cough. A cough in the morning with sputum production is indicative of bronchitis. Stridor is a harsh, high-pitched sound heard on inspiration, usually without need of stethoscope, secondary to upper airway obstruction. A cough of recent onset is usually from an acute infection and may be associated with pneumonia.
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