A child is observed pushing the nose upward and backward. What most accurately explains this motion?

A) The child is copying an action he has seen his friends do when they are acting out
B) The child has a nasal discharge and he is trying to keep his nose from running
C) The child is concerned that he is going to sneeze and is trying to stop the sneeze
D) The child is trying to relieve the itching and open the air passages


Ans: D

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