A 9-month-old boy has been stung on his tongue after sucking on a bottle that had a bee on the nipple. In comparison to the same injury in an adult, why would an OEC Technician be more concerned over this child?
a. A child's airway has more blood vessels than an adult's, making bleeding more of a concern.
b. Children tend to be highly allergic to bee stings, whereas the same allergy in adults is rare.
c. A child's tongue is proportionally larger, increasing the chances of airway occlusion from even minor swelling.
d. When injured, a child's mouth produces more saliva, making choking a major concern.
Answer: c
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