A child is brought to the emergency department by his parents because he suddenly developed a barking cough. Further assessment leads the nurse to suspect that the child is experiencing croup. Which of the following would the nurse have most likely assessed?

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Croup is characterized by a barking cough and inspiratory stridor due to upper airway obstruction, which is a key symptom distinguishing it from other respiratory conditions.

A Child Is Brought to the Emergency Department by His