The parent of a toddler calls the nurse, asking about croup. What is a distinguishing manifestation of spasmodic croup?
a. Wheezing is heard audibly.
b. It has a harsh, barky cough.
c. It is bacterial in nature.
d. The child has a high fever.
B
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A Wheezing is not a distinguishing manifestation of croup. It can accompany
conditions such as asthma or bronchiolitis.
B Spasmodic croup is viral in origin; is usually preceded by several days of
symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection; often begins at night; and is
marked by a harsh, metallic, barky cough; sore throat; inspiratory stridor; and
hoarseness.
C Spasmodic croup is viral in origin.
D A high fever is not usually present.
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