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Which assessment finding is most indicative of a serious respiratory condition in a child?

Wheezing

Rhinorrhea

Stridor

C. Stridor is the most indicative of a serious respiratory condition in a child due to its association with upper airway obstruction or significant inflammation. This high-pitched, wheezing sound results from turbulent airflow through narrowed airways, often indicating a critical condition such as croup, anaphylaxis, or foreign body aspiration.

In contrast, while wheezing can signal lower airway constriction, it is often associated with conditions like asthma rather than an immediate threat of obstruction. Rhinorrhea indicates a runny nose, typically linked to upper respiratory infections, and while it may coexist with serious conditions, it is not in itself a sign of a severe respiratory issue. Coughing, though potentially concerning, is a common symptom that lacks the urgency that stridor presents. Thus, stridor is the key indicator that warrants immediate evaluation and intervention.

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