A child with pertussis is in the catarrhal stage of the disease. Which assessment findings correlate with this condition? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Chronic cough lasting weeks
B.
Intense cough causing vomiting
C.
Low-grade fever
D.
Sweating and fatigue after coughing
E.
Upper respiratory symptoms
ANS: C, E
The catarrhal stage of pertussis is characterized by upper respiratory symptoms and low-grade fever. Sweating, fatigue, and intense coughing with vomiting are characteristic of the paroxysmal stage. A chronic cough lasting weeks is seen in the convalescent stage.
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