Which of the following respiratory alterations is the same as nasopharyngitis?
a. sinusitis c. common cold
b. bronchitis d. strep throat
C
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A Incorrect. Sinusitis is not the same as nasopharyngitis.
B Incorrect. Bronchitis is not the same as nasopharyngitis.
C Correct. Nasopharyngitis, also known as rhinosinusitis or the common cold, is a frequently occurring pediatric respiratory alteration. Caused by an infectious agent, this respiratory condition is most prevalent in children in day care and school.
D Incorrect. Strep throat is not the same as nasopharyngitis.
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