A 2-year-old boy is seen for acute laryngotracheobronchitis. Which of the following observations would lead you to suspect that airway occlusion is occurring?
A) He states he is tired and wants to sleep.
B) His respiratory rate is gradually increasing.
C) His cough is becoming harsher.
D) His nasal discharge is increasing.
B
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