A child is diagnosed with severe allergic rhinitis. Which of the following manifestations would the nurse most likely assess in this client?
1. Edematous neck glands
2. Reduced hearing
3. Pruritis
4. Frequent wiping of the nose with the palm of the hand
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Frequent wiping of the nose with the palm of the hand is one symptom seen in the client diagnosed with severe allergic rhinitis. Edematous neck glands, reduced hearing, and pruritis are not manifestations of severe allergic rhinitis.
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