You are assessing a 4-year-old with a fever and cough. The child is very calm and receptive to your presence. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?
A) Ask the mother to leave until the assessment is complete.
B) Take the child to the ambulance for assessment.
C) Have the mother remain with him for the assessment.
D) Refrain from touching the patient until in the ambulance.
C
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