A young female patient has been stung by a bee and states that her throat is "closing up." She states that she is allergic to bee stings and the last time this happened, she had to have a "tube put into my windpipe." She is struggling to breathe and can only speak a few words at a time. Knowing that allergic reactions can cause swelling in the pharynx and at the level of the larynx, which one of
the following respiratory sounds would indicate that the patient indeed has swelling in this area?
A) Stridor
B) Snoring
C) Wheezing
D) Gurgling
Answer: A
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